School Front Desk & Operations Coordinator

Thrive Academy; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Academy in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a School Office Executive Coordinator to manage front desk operations, communications, and logistics for a busy boarding-school environment. You’ll support student attendance, parent inquiries, and daily administrative tasks in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires strong organizational skills, reliable delivery of tasks, and professional communication with staff, students, and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• 2-5 years experience in a fast-paced clerical setting.
• Excellent customer services skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong office skills including Microsoft Office and copiers.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Punctual and reliable; receptive to feedback.
• Pleasant, welcoming and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Supports all aspects of the Thrive Academy Front Desk including answering phones, in-person inquiries, and updating databases.
• Hires, trains and coordinates schedules for substitute teachers.
• Serves as liaison between supervisors and staff members.
• Prepares materials for meetings (agendas, handouts, binders).
• Assesses issues and briefs appropriate personnel with options for resolution.
• Manages office supplies inventory and coordinates with Director of Operations.
• Supports attendance calls to students and families.
• Collaborates with behavior staff to address tardies and absences and communicate with families.
• Maintains student files for compliance and communicates updates to stakeholders.
• Assists in planning teacher/academic staff events.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Punctual and reliable

Professional demeanor

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Copiers

Job description

Thrive Academy in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a School Office Executive Coordinator to manage front desk operations, communications, and logistics for a busy boarding-school environment. You’ll support student attendance, parent inquiries, and daily administrative tasks in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires strong organizational skills, reliable delivery of tasks, and professional communication with staff, students, and families.