Preschool Operations & Systems Manager

Growing Tree School; North Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Growing Tree Preschool – North Plainfield, NJ is seeking a part-time Preschool Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and support licensing, HR, enrollment, and marketing. This is an administrative and operations role, not teaching or instructional leadership.

The position offers a competitive salary, flexible schedule, opportunities for advancement, and ongoing training & development. Reports to the Director/Owner.

Qualifications

• Experience in office administration, operations management, school administration, or a related field preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Strong technology skills and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Professional, detail-oriented, confidential, and dependable.
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily office operations.
• Maintain organized paper and digital filing systems.
• Organize archives and records.
• Prepare forms, reports, and correspondence.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and employee records.
• Help prepare materials for meetings, trainings, and events.
• Improve office systems and workflows.
• Maintain licensing binders, personnel files, and student records.
• Track staff certifications, required training, and expiration dates.
• Prepare documentation for licensing visits and annual renewals.
• Assist with compliance-related paperwork.
• Assist with onboarding new employees.
• Prepare orientation materials.
• Schedule interviews and communicate with applicants.
• Coordinate substitute scheduling.
• Maintain employee documentation and training records.
• Support enrollment and registration.
• Maintain student records.
• Communicate with prospective and current families.
• Assist with Summer Camp and enrollment marketing.
• Update the school website, social media, and communication apps.
• Assist with family events, and community outreach.

Skills

Office admin

Operations mgmt

School administration

Tech skills

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Software proficiency

Job description

Growing Tree Preschool – North Plainfield, NJ is seeking a part-time Preschool Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and support licensing, HR, enrollment, and marketing. This is an administrative and operations role, not teaching or instructional leadership.

The position offers a competitive salary, flexible schedule, opportunities for advancement, and ongoing training & development. Reports to the Director/Owner.