Office Assistant

About Us:

At The Goddard School, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and early childhood education for children in a nurturing, supportive environment!

Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and organized Office Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential administrative support, ensuring smooth office operations and enhancing overall productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls, emails, and inquiries in a professional manner
• Manage schedules and coordinate appointments and meetings
• Maintain filing systems and ensure documents are organized and accessible
• Assist with data entry and maintain databases
• Prepare and distribute internal and external communications
• Support bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks as needed
• Assist with office supplies management, including ordering and inventory
• Provide general administrative support to team members as required
• Relieve teachers for restroom breaks
• Record classroom ratios
• Assist families with any questions or concerns

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in administration or related field is a plus.
• Previous experience in childcare environment is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn

What We Offer:

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture
• Closed the week of Christmas
• Medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance for full time employees
• Staff lounge stocked with free snacks and coffee
• And so much more!