School Office Assistant

Goddard School; Goddard, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School is interviewing for a School Office Assistant to join our Administrative Team in Cincinnati. You will support Directors, maintain records, and handle inquiries to ensure smooth daily operations of the campus.

We value dependable, team-oriented individuals with strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office, social media, and modern apps. Training and growth opportunities are available in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High school diploma required; early childhood experience is a bonus.
• Dependable, positive, and able to work well in a team with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with office technology including MS Office, social media, and modern apps.

Responsibilities

• Assist Directors and an Owner in operating the school.
• Maintain files and ensure compliance with Goddard QA standards and licensing.
• Answer phones, handle inquiries, and manage general office tasks.
• Support teacher activities, substitutions, and school projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Dependable

Excellent written and verbal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Social media

ChatGPT

iPhone apps

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Join the Goddard School Faculty in Anderson Township

Begin or grow your childcare career with the leader in early childhood education in the Cincinnati area. We will help you realize your career goals, no matter where you are in your professional journey.

We are currently interviewing for a School Office Assistant to join our Administrative Team.

Why you’ll love Working with Us in Anderson Township:

• No nights or weekends! Enjoy work-life balance with a set schedule. We are only open 7am – 6pm M-F.
• Feel appreciated: You’ll join a positive and supportive work environment where your passion for helping kids thrive is valued.
• Growth opportunities: Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, we’ll help you obtain your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and offer career growth opportunities from within. We are one of the largest preschools in Cincinnati, serving children from 6 weeks old through private kindergarten and B&A school programs to the 4th grade.
• Perks that matter: Get competitive pay, health benefits, paid time off, discounts on childcare, and a 401k match. Plus, enjoy a fun, family-like working environment, and a holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Positive, Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values creativity, autonomy, and the joy of working with children. You’ll have the chance to make a difference every day! All necessary teaching supplies are provided, so you can focus on what you do best – teaching!
• Teacher to children ratios in every class strictly followed!

A day in the life as a Teacher:

• Build lasting relationships with both students and parents, celebrating every little milestone!
• Work in a clean, modern facility with multiple buildings on our campus, 4 playgrounds, a gym, stage, an outdoor classroom, kitchen, and large faculty office.
• Enjoy a team environment where you’re supported by dedicated directors and fellow teachers.
• Be part of something special: Enjoy school traditions including our Fall Festival, carnivals, Summer Picnic, Parents' Night Out, and more.
• Interact with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession.

What an Office Assistant Does:

• Assist multiple Directors and an Owner in operating the school
• Manage compliance with Goddard QA standards and Ohio licensing requirements
• Maintain system for accurate child and teacher files
• Ability to run the school office, answer phones, handle parent and teacher inquiries with confidence, close the school, order supplies, and child snacks.
• Substitute for absent teachers in classrooms when needed
• Drive a 14-passenger school bus when needed, (special driver’s licensing is NOT required)
• Perform mock QAs and emergency drills
• Manage teacher training completions
• Assist with school special projects

What we’re looking for:

• Experience is a plus, but we value passion and dedication just as much! If you’re enthusiastic about working with children, we’d love to hear from you
• A high school diploma (and if you have early childhood experience, that’s a bonus!)
• Someone who’s dependable, positive, and works well in a team and without a lot of supervision.
• Proficient with office technology, MS Office apps, social media, Chat GPT, iPhone apps
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong follow-through and ability to handle questions and concerns constructively.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children.
• HAPPY People! We\'ve found that happy, positive people make great preschool faculty!

Apply today, and let’s grow together!

About The Goddard Schools

For more than 35 years, The Goddard School has been a leader in early childhood education. With more than 600 franchised Schools serving over 75,000 students nationwide, Goddard combines learning and fun to help children build the skills and confidence they need for success in school and in life.