Interim School Administrator — Path to Leadership

Guidepost Montessori; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition discount for dependents

Career development coaching

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in California seeks an Interim School Administrator to support daily school operations, greet families, manage the front desk, and assist classrooms. This full-time contract role offers hands-on leadership experience in admissions, family engagement, and day-to-day administration.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, customer-service oriented, and eager to learn CRM and school systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in administrative, customer service, hospitality, education, or office roles.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional communication with parents and colleagues.
• Able to learn new technology and systems quickly.
• Comfortable supporting both office operations and classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist families, visitors, and prospective parents.
• Answer phones, respond to emails, and provide excellent customer service.
• Support school operations, scheduling, supply ordering, and projects.
• Assist with admissions by scheduling tours and inquiries.
• Maintain records in school CRM and communication platforms.
• Float into classrooms to support teachers and children as needed.
• Build positive relationships with families and help foster a strong community.
• Collaborate with Head of School to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Learn leadership responsibilities to prepare for future advancement.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative work

Office operations

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM platforms

School systems

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in California seeks an Interim School Administrator to support daily school operations, greet families, manage the front desk, and assist classrooms. This full-time contract role offers hands-on leadership experience in admissions, family engagement, and day-to-day administration.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, customer-service oriented, and eager to learn CRM and school systems.