School Office Assistant

About the role

The School Office Assistant supports the Principal and school leadership by handling all office functions, serving as the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors, and ensuring compliance with FERPA and other regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage phone, email, and in‑person communications; answer calls and greet visitors.
• Assist with student enrollment, orientation, tours, and record‑keeping, including attendance, transcripts, and withdrawals.
• Prepare and distribute newsletters, surveys, and other school notifications.
• Support school events such as Parent Orientation, Open House, and field trips.
• Maintain office supplies, equipment logs, transportation and meal count records.
• Handle human‑resource tasks including I‑9 verification, weekly time‑and‑attendance submissions, and off‑boarding.

Required profile

• Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and at least two years of office management experience.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to learn new software.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information, lift up to 25 lb, and pass background checks.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $16.50.
• Paid time off, retirement contributions, and health, dental, vision insurance.
• Optional life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Discounted childcare, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive work environment.