Part Time Administrative Assistant

The Center Assistant is responsible for leading the day-to-day administrative tasks in the center which enables the center to run smoothly. The Center Assistant provides a positive first impression for potential and existing customers so professionalism is important.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Self-starter with strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills; proven ability to manage multiple tasks and be flexible
• Self-directed, with an ability to see a need and fulfill that need
• Detail-oriented; strong organizational skills; proven ability to manage multiple tasks
• Confidence to interact with children/students of varying ages and grade levels
• Flexibility to adjust to changing situations and unscheduled events or interruptions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Greets and assists students, parents, and potential customers
• Fields inquiry calls, texts, and emails from potential customers and current families
• Manages the directors' schedules and schedules appointments
• Assists with preparing materials for parent conferences, assessments, tours, and other customer appointments
• Assists with the day-to-day tasks of running the center such as invoicing, collecting payments, and maintaining center supplies
• Assists with maintaining the professional appearance of the center according to company standards
• Supports standards and procedures to ensure student safety and well-being
• Assist teachers with preparation for instruction; gather and prepare materials as appropriate

What you need to know:

• This is a part-time position - 8-15 hours per week during the school year and 15-20 during the summer.

• We are open 3:30pm-7:30pm M-Th, 2:30pm-6:30pm F, and 9:00am-1:00pm Saturday mornings during the school year, 9:00-1:00 M-F and 2:30-7:30 M-Th in

the summer.

• This position will start with 1 or 2 weekdays.

• This is NOT a remote position

Benefits:

• Paid training and opportunities for professional development.

• Flexible part-time work hours.

• Fun, enjoyable, and relaxing work environment with lots of support from teachers and staff!

• Happy, understanding, and caring management. You will love working here!

Skills and Ability Requirements:

• Strong word processing, data entry, and other administrative skills
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing; ability to proofread and edit copy
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to ten pounds and spend significant time walking
• Experience using the full suite of Microsoft Office applications and other standard business applications
• Knowledge of general office equipment such as copiers, printers, and office phones

Choosing Sylvan is about getting results and setting your child up for long-term success. At Sylvan, we’re focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning — all of which make a big impact in school and in life. For 40 years, we’ve helped millions of students achieve new levels of academic success.

Salary

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Job Type

Part time