Child Care Office Administrator: child care leadership experience needed

Big Blue Marble Academy; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible Scheduling

Discounted childcare

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K

Access your wages in real time

Voluntary life and disabilityinsurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Referral bonus program

CDA Scholarship

Career advancement opportunities

Family feel environment

Job summary

Big Blue Marble Academy is seeking an Office Manager in Columbia, SC. The role requires handling enrollment, billing, and daily office operations to support a thriving early childhood center.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years clerical experience, a high school diploma/GED, and a preference for CDA/TCC or an Associate's in ECE. This on-site position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years clerical experience; childcare facility experience preferred.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• CDA/TCC or Associate's Degree in ECE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into the center's client management and billing system.
• Process enrollment paperwork and maintain accurate student records.
• Answer center phones, schedule school tours, and respond to routine questions from families.
• Welcome students and parents as they enter the facility as needed.
• Conduct facility tours with prospective families.
• Provide support in the classroom to maintain ratios according to state licensing standards.
• Fulfill general office duties such as stocking supplies and communicating with staff.
• Help ensure child and staff files are well organized and compliant with licensing requirements.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA/TCC or Associate's Degree in ECE

Job description

Big Blue Marble Academy is searching for a compassionate, self-motivated, detail-oriented candidate for our Office Manager position. Our ideal candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, be a team player and dedicated to supporting our mission and branding of providing a global education for children of all ages. This candidate will be experienced in running a successful center.

Why you will enjoy working here:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible Scheduling
• Discounted childcare, 50% off
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• 401K
• Access your wages in real time
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Industry leading paid time off
• Generous referral bonus program
• CDA Scholarship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Family feel environment

As an Early Childhood Office Administrator, you will:

• Ensure accurate information is entered into the center's client management and billing system
• Process enrollment paperwork and help to maintain accurate and organized student records.
• Answer center phones, schedule school tours, and answer routine questions from current and prospective families.
• As needed, welcome students and parents as they enter the facility.
• Conduct facility tours with prospective families
• Provide support in the classroom as needed to maintain ratios according to state licensing standards
• Fulfill general office duties as assigned by the director, including but not limited to stocking and organizing supplies, communicating with staff, printing or making copies, etc.
• Help to ensure that child and staff files are well organized and compliant with all licensing requirements.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years clerical experience; childcare facility experience preferred.
• High school diploma/GED
• Must be able to support in the classroom as needed
• CDA/TCC, or Associate's Degree in ECE preferred

Join a team that takes pride in teamwork, giving back and welcoming an inclusive environment. A career with Big Blue Marble Academy will empower you to reach your career goals while making a difference in the lives of the children we serve.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of our background check, pre-hire screenings, and onboarding processes. All employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause.

BBMA is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact BBMA recruitment at [e-mail].