Office Assistant and Student Care Support

Montessori School of Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Montessori School of Dayton in Dayton, OH is seeking a full-time Office Assistant and Student Care Support to provide daily administrative support, answer phones, manage front desk inquiries, and maintain records. You may substitute in classrooms and aftercare as needed, coordinating with families, teachers, and administration to ensure a smooth, safe school day for students.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, data-entry and clerical skills, proficiency with MS Office and Procare,

Qualifications

• Strong communication and front desk skills.
• Experience with data entry and records management.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Procare.
• Reliability and confidentiality in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and front desk inquiries.
• Maintain records and data entry.
• Clerical tasks (filing, copying).
• Substitute in classrooms and aftercare as needed.
• Coordinate communication between families, teachers and administration.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Communication skills

Data entry

Record keeping

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Procare

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 1964, the Montessori School of Dayton is the largest private Montessori school in the Dayton area, serving students from toddler years through eighth grade. The school is dedicated to providing an authentic Montessori education that nurtures curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. MSD offers a supportive, collaborative environment where educators and staff work together to meet the needs of each student. Team members have the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven community that values respect, diversity, and student-centered learning.

Role Description

The Office Assistant and Student Care Support role is a full-time, on-site position located in Dayton, OH. This role provides daily administrative support to the school office, including answering phones, managing front desk inquiries, maintaining records, and handling basic clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and data entry. The position also supports student care by stepping into classrooms as needed to sub for teachers, filling in for aftercare as needed, and responding to minor student needs. helping coordinate communication between families, teachers, and administration. his team member collaborates with school staff to ensure smooth daily operations and a safe, supportive experience for students and families.

Qualifications

• Strong phone etiquette and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with students, families, and staff.
• Administrative assistance and clerical skills, including filing, data entry, record keeping, and front desk support.
• Experience with MS Office and Procare
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a busy school environment.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to supporting student well-being and confidentiality.
• Positive, calm, and collaborative approach when working with children and adults; experience in a school or childcare setting is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary coursework or training in office administration or education is beneficial.