An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.
$25.00 per hour About the Position A prominent and well-established preschool is seeking a professional, dependable, and highly organized Administrative Assistant to join our team. This position plays an important role in supporting the daily operations of the school and serving as a welcoming and professional point of contact for families, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will be confident, composed, and personable, with excellent judgment and the ability to communicate effectively in a busy, family-oriented environment. What You'll Do Support the day-to-day administrative operations of the preschool Serve as a welcoming, professional point of contact for parents, families, staff, and visitors Answer and direct phone calls and respond to inquiries in a courteous and timely manner Assist with scheduling, correspondence, records, filing, and general office organization Support school leadership with administrative responsibilities and special projects Communicate important information clearly and professionally to families and staff Maintain confidentiality when handling student, family, employee, and school information Help address parent and visitor questions or concerns with professionalism and sound judgment Assist in maintaining an organized, efficient, and welcoming front-office environment Manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and a high level of service Represent the preschool in a manner consistent with its professional standards and reputation What You'll Need Minimum of 3 years of administrative or office experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong grammar, spelling, and written communication abilities Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills Demonstrated leadership ability and sound professional judgment Strong organizational and time-management skills A professional, polished, and composed demeanor Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain calm in a busy environment Strong attention to detail and follow-through Proficiency with computers, email, Microsoft Office, and general office technology Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion Experience working in a preschool, school, childcare, or family-focused environment is a plus Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred A genuine interest in working in an educational environment and interacting positively with children and families Hiring Process A written grammar and communication assessment will be administered as part of the hiring process.
Schedule & Compensation Part-Time:
Monday-Friday Hours:
12:00 PM-6:00
PM Pay:
$25.00 per hour If you are an experienced administrative professional who takes pride in exceptional communication, organization, and customer service, we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you. Education High school diploma or equivalent (Required) Associate's Degree (Preferred)
Experience Administrative Support:
Minimum of three (3) years (Required); in an Early Childhood setting (Preferred)
