Office Coordinator

Office Coordinator

Macomb Montessori Academy is your neighborhood school! The moment you walk through the doors, you can expect an environment where children's natural desire to learn is celebrated, where moving at their own pace is encouraged, and their unique learning style is embraced. The curriculum is demanding, yet allows each student the chance to learn through self-directed pace and individual style. Ready to grow with MMA? Apply today!

Qualities of a Success Candidate:

• A genuine love for working with children and a strong commitment to their holistic development. They should prioritize the child's individuality, independence, and self-directed learning, fostering an environment that supports these values.
• The ability to guide children through their learning journey with patience, allowing them to explore and make discoveries at their own pace. They should also be flexible in adjusting their teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment.

As the Office Coordinator, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs usual office routines.
• Handles and prepares correspondence for the school leader and academy board.
• Maintains student records as required by law and by local policy.
• Receives and routes all incoming calls.
• Demonstrates positive customer and community relations at all times with all people.
• Serves as the School Leader's frontline representative.
• Maintains the daily teacher attendance record and substitute teacher records.
• Assists teachers in preparing instructional materials upon request.
• Processes enrollment procedures for all students.
• Carries out financial operations at the site level, including payroll, purchasing and financial accounting.
• Compiles and maintains an up-to-date directory of students and staff throughout the year.
• Maintains a log of visitors to the academy.
• Applies positive customer service to the role and is perceived as a team member by the staff.
• Assists teachers with simple technology questions.
• Manages the academy website.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the school leader and Choice Schools Associates, L.L.C.

Job Goal: To assure the smooth and efficient operation of the academy office as the communications and operations center for the partnership between internal and external stakeholders in achieving educational excellence for all children.

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma required
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.
• Computer skills in data processing, spreadsheets, databases and research.
• Valid Michigan driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associates degree or two years of college credits.
• Trained in CPR and first aid.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and parents.
• Use of proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Reputation for self-control and sound interpersonal skills.
• Experience in an educational setting with school-age children is desired.
• Knowledge of and skills working with students and families of all backgrounds.

CompensationBenefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and much more. View our benefits options here -

Work Location : 14057 E 9 Mile Rd, Warren, MI 48089

Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Working for Choice Schools Associates

Macomb Montessori Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Montessori Model, Macomb Montessori Academy is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding Montessori schools within the state. The Montessori Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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