Administrative Assistant – Curriculum Department

About the role

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide day‑to‑day support for the Curriculum department of a non‑profit educational organization in New Orleans. This long‑term contract role is ideal for a highly organized individual who can manage detailed administrative tasks and quickly adapt to school‑based systems.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative support for the Curriculum department, ensuring organized workflows and timely task completion.
• Enter assessment and student performance data into PowerSchool and related systems with high accuracy.
• Maintain and update student tracking tools, including color‑coded progress records for term assessments.
• Organize schedules and logistics for student support meetings in the Media Center.
• Assist with preparation for state and national testing activities, including material readiness.
• Monitor lesson‑plan and grade‑compliance processes, reviewing submissions and identifying gaps.
• Support planning and administrative setup for small‑group tutoring and academic intervention sessions.
• Process supply and department order requests, tracking approval status and ensuring timely availability of materials.

Required profile

• Previous experience in administrative support, office coordination, or a similar operational role.
• Strong data‑entry skills with close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in an educational setting and collaborate with curriculum and school leadership.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Familiarity with PowerSchool or the ability to learn student information systems quickly.
• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).