Bilingual Administrative Assistant — SpEd & ELD Support

ESPERANZA ACADEMY; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Esperanza Academy Charter School in Philadelphia seeks a bilingual Administrative Assistant for the SpEd and ELD departments to support compliance, communications, and family engagement. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to balance administrative tasks with a diverse school community.

This full-time, 11-month position requires an Associate’s Degree and at least 3 years of administrative experience in urban education, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; transcripts showing the degree conferred are required before the starting date of employment.
• Minimum 3 years of administrative experience, preferably in urban education.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data management tools.
• Clearances: FBI, PA Criminal, and Child Abuse background checks completed within the past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Schedule and coordinate IEP and ELD meetings, maintain compliance documentation, and support SpEd and ELD Coordinators.
• Data Management: Collect, organize, and maintain records for SpEd and ELD departments, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Event Coordination: Assist with family engagement nights and departmental meetings.
• Translation Services: Provide bilingual support, translate documents, and interpret for families during meetings.
• Family Engagement: Facilitate communication with families to strengthen relationships and access to resources.
• General Office Tasks: Maintain supplies and assist with other administrative duties.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office & Google Workspace

Education

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Data management tools

Job description

Esperanza Academy Charter School in Philadelphia seeks a bilingual Administrative Assistant for the SpEd and ELD departments to support compliance, communications, and family engagement. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to balance administrative tasks with a diverse school community.

This full-time, 11-month position requires an Associate’s Degree and at least 3 years of administrative experience in urban education, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google