Director of Lavner Prep

Location: Narberth, PA (0.5 miles from the Narberth SEPTA Station. Relocation assistance available if needed)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Seniority Level: Director

Reports To: CEO and COO, Lavner Education

About Lavner Education

Lavner Education is a national leader in cutting-edge STEM education, operating premium camps and programs at top university campuses for students ages 6-14. As we continue to shape the next generation of innovators, creators, and leaders, we are expanding our educational impact by launching a College Prep Division - a world-class service dedicated to helping high school students gain admission to top-tier colleges, universities, and/or the schools of their choice.

Position Summary

Lavner Education seeks a visionary and execution-focused Director of College Prep & Admissions Consulting to help build and lead this new business line from the ground up. This individual will collaborate directly with our leadership team to design, launch, and scale a comprehensive college prep business, offering SAT/ACT test prep, AP tutoring, college application and essay coaching, and personalized academic and extracurricular planning for students in grades 9-12.

We are looking for a dynamic leader with deep expertise in elite college admissions, entrepreneurial drive, and a track record of building or leading successful test prep or college consulting businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Development & Launch

• Collaborate with Lavner Education's executive team to design the overall vision, product offerings, and go-to-market strategy for the new College Prep division.
• Define the service delivery model (1:1, group classes, digital content, hybrid) and pricing strategy.
• Develop scalable curricula for SAT, ACT, AP subjects, essay writing, and strategic planning for college admissions.

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily operations of the College Prep business including team hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Recruit and manage a high-performing team of instructors, consultants, and tutors.
• Implement and maintain operational systems, tools, and platforms to support program delivery and growth.

Student & Parent Success

• Set high standards for client outcomes-ensuring each student receives personalized guidance that maximizes their potential and college admission chances.
• Lead or support premium-level consulting engagements with top-tier clients, including students targeting Ivy League and highly selective universities.
• Maintain strong relationships with families and ensure exceptional satisfaction.

Growth & Partnerships

• Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships with schools, educational consultants, and parent organizations.
• Contribute to marketing campaigns, webinars, and info sessions that showcase the division's offerings and expertise.
• Monitor performance metrics and KPIs, adjusting strategies for enrollment, retention, and satisfaction accordingly.

Qualifications

Required:

• Proven experience in a leadership role at a college consulting and/or test prep company OR working in a senior capacity in admissions at a top-tier university (e.g., UPenn, Stanford, Duke, NYU, etc.).
• Deep knowledge of the U.S. college admissions landscape, including test-optional trends, essay strategy, extracurricular planning, and school selection.
• Exceptional strategic planning and project management skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills-able to connect with students, parents, and team members alike.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for building new ventures with excellence.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, M.Ed., or related) is a plus.
• Prior leadership of an educational services business.
• Experience in curriculum development for standardized testing (SAT, ACT, APs) and college planning programs.
• Familiarity with edtech platforms, CRM tools, and instructional technologies.

Why Join Lavner Education?

• Join a mission-driven company that already serves thousands of families nationwide.
• Take a leading role in building a high-impact business that prepares the next generation of leaders for academic success.
• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to build and scale a national brand in elite college prep.