Job Description

Centner Academy is a progressive, independent ‘happiness’ school that combines a deep commitment to emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and happiness with a challenging curriculum including foreign language acquisition, entrepreneurial thinking, problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking and collaboration. Centner Academy’s mission is to promote:

● Happy, thriving students

● Rigorous curriculum that engages students

● Mindfulness and emotional intelligence

● Effective foreign language acquisition

● Project- and problem-based learning

● Entrepreneurial thinking

● Personalized learning journeys

● Habits to optimize neurodevelopment

Centner Academy’s curriculum philosophy was developed by a team of seasoned educators to meet the needs and expectations of globally minded families. Our intention is to shape future adults who are not only confident and poised to succeed, but who also have the character and skills needed to make the world a better, kinder, and more loving place for all.

Centner Academy is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Front Desk Coordinator for our Preschool Campus to join its growing team. Must be comfortable being in person on campus with students.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome guests in a friendly and professional manner
• Answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate department or individual
• Retrieves voice mail from the main line
• Distributes messages in a timely manner
• Maintains voice mail system for school ensuring that all recorded messages are kept up to date
• Verifies emergency card for students being signed out and places calls when necessary
• Maintain student files and immunizations up to date
• Support teachers, staff and parents.
• Provide information about the organization to guests and callers
• Manage the front desk area, including keeping it clean and organized
• Perform data entry tasks and maintain accurate records
• Assist with administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, and scanning documents
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages
• Ensure that all office supplies are stocked and replenished as need
• Maintains confidentiality in all circumstance regarding student information
• Maintains and updates all bulletin boards located in reception area
• Keeps current and support with all major preschool events.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a administrative role preferred
• Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
• Proficient in using office equipment such as computers, printers, and scanners
• Knowledge of basic clerical procedures and office management systems
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry tasks
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-3 years related experience required

This is a year-round position. Staff training often occurs in summer months.

Centner Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is the policy of the school that employment decisions for all applicants and employees will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics protected under local, state, or federal law. No employee will be retaliated against for raising concerns under this policy. We seek each employee’s contribution and assistance in helping us maintain equal employment opportunity.

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