Administrative Assistant
Pine Grove Academy seeks a unique individual to assist our award winning team. Candidates must possess and demonstrate the following:
· Ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize
· A sense of urgency coupled with sound judgment
· Courteousness and experience working with children and families in an early childhood environment
· Minimum of two years of experience working in an administrative position preferably in a licensed childcare facility
· Excellent computer skills and literacy with an emphasis on database programs
· Excellent detail and accuracy with numbers
· Ability to maintain confidentiality
· Flexibility to perform tasks as needs arise including covering classrooms
· Excellent telephone skills
· Positive outlook in all situations
· Some college coursework or an Associates Degree in Management, Child Development, or a related field
This is a full time position Monday-Friday, with a one hour lunch break, year round. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Greeting parents, staff and children upon arrival at the school
· Billing and collections
· Staffing and scheduling
· Typing and editing
· Dispensing medications
· Maintaining equipment
· Ordering supplies
· Organizing files with accurate information, both for children and staff
· Securely opening or closing the building and handling all situations while in charge
· Driving a 14 passenger bus to pick up school-age children a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
- Office manager: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person