The Administrative Assistant to the Head of School provides high-level administrative, organizational, and communication support to ensure the efficient operation of the Head of School’s office. This role requires professionalism, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting executive leadership, staff communication, and school-wide initiatives.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in an administrative, office support, or customer service role with responsibility for managing multiple priorities and tasks.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally and courteously with staff, parents, students, and visitors.
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft professional emails, correspondence, and basic reports.
- High attention to detail with accurate recordkeeping, follow-through, and task completion.
- Proficiency in common office technology and systems, including email, calendars, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation tools (Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace).
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities, schedules, and school needs.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.