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Office Specialist

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Joshua Christian Academy

Des Moines, IA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Joshua Christian Academy is seeking a dedicated and outgoing Office Assistant to support the daily operations of our K-7 school. This is a dynamic, servant-leadership role that requires someone who is organized, friendly, and passionate about creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily Operations Support:
Assist the Campus Director in managing the smooth operation of the school's daily activities, including helping to oversee classroom logistics, school schedules, and student needs.
Student Support:
Serve as a friendly point of contact for students, providing guidance and support to help them succeed. This includes helping students with tasks, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and engaged in their learning.
Teacher Support:
Collaborate with teachers to provide administrative assistance, including preparing materials, organizing classroom resources, and assisting with classroom activities when needed.
Family Communication:
Communicate with families regarding school events, student progress, and important updates. This may involve making phone calls, sending emails, or maintaining regular communication with parents to keep them informed.
Administrative Duties:
Assist with various office tasks such as filing, data entry, organizing student records, and managing supplies.
Campus Communications:
Help with the distribution of school communications to students, staff, and parents, including newsletters, notices, and event reminders.
Event Planning and Coordination:
Help organize school events, including special activities, field trips, and community-building events.
Strategic Planning Support:
Assist with the execution of school-wide strategies to improve student success, classroom environments, and overall school culture.
General Office Support:
Perform general office duties such as answering phones, greeting visitors, and assisting with other day-to-day tasks as required.
Ideal Candidate Traits:
Outgoing and Friendly:
Comfortable interacting with students, staff, and parents in a positive and welcoming manner.
Highly Organized:
Capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
Strong Communication Skills:
Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing, and comfortable reaching out to families when needed.
Servant Leadership:
Demonstrates a heart of service, supporting teachers, students, and families with a positive attitude and a focus on the overall success of the school community.
Flexible and Adaptable:
Able to shift between tasks as priorities change and respond to the needs of the school in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive and Problem-Solving:
Can anticipate needs, solve issues creatively, and take initiative to improve processes. Submit your application through Indeed or fill out our full application online: https://jcadm.org/employment/ Be a part of something bigger than yourself - join JCA and help shape the future of our students and community, to the Glory of God! (Ephesians 2:8-10)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person