School Operations Assistants

Perry Street Prep Public Charter School; Maryland; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Perry Street Prep Public Charter School is seeking a part-time School Operations Assistant to help with student arrival, dismissal, and daily logistics across the morning and afternoon shifts.

You will support front office operations, monitor hallways, assist with supply restocking, event setup, and ensure a safe, organized environment for students and staff.

Strong communication, reliability, and ability to work on your feet are essential; background checks and TB testing required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with children/youth in school, camp, childcare, or similar setting preferred.
• Able to stand/move throughout building for extended periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with students, staff, families.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable with consistent attendance.
• Able to follow directions, take initiative, and adapt to changing needs.
• Must pass required background/reference checks and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Assist with student arrival, dismissal, supervision, and safety.
• Support hallway transitions and monitor entry points.
• Cover front office and classroom as assigned by the Operations Manager or administration.
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas and order in shared spaces.
• Sort packages, restock supplies, and assist with event setup/breakdown.
• Support front office during high-traffic periods and during events.
• Report safety or disciplinary concerns to administration promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Status

Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Shifts Available

Morning Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-1:30 PM | Afternoon Shift: Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM-4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

School Operations Assistants are responsible for a mix of student support and operational logistics duties. Specific assignments will vary by shift and daily school needs.

Student Support & Supervision

• Support student arrival, including directing students, monitoring entry points, and assisting with attendance verification;
• Assist with student dismissal, ensuring scholars are safely released according to school procedures;
• Conduct hallway sweeps and support student transitions between classes, lunch, specials, and other activities;
• Supervise students during lunch and recess, maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive environment;
• Assist with classroom and front office coverage as assigned by the Operations Manager or school administration;
• Support students with behavioral redirection and de-escalation, communicating concerns to school leadership promptly;
• Question any non-school visitors and direct them to the main office to sign in;
• Report any safety concerns, disciplinary issues, or emergencies to building administration immediately.

Operational Logistics Support

• Sort and distribute incoming packages, deliveries, and materials throughout the building;
• Restock supplies in classrooms, common areas, and operational stations as needed;
• Support event setup and breakdown for school events, testing windows, picture days, and ceremonies;
• Assist with inventory management, including tracking and organizing supplies;
• Run operational errands throughout the building and campus as directed;
• Assist with copying, material preparation, and other logistical support for staff as needed;
• Support front office operations during high-traffic periods, including phones, visitor sign-in, and general assistance;
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of common areas, hallways, and shared spaces;
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities as designated by the Operations Manager or school administration.

While all SOAs share core responsibilities, daily duties are organized by shift:

Morning Shift (8:00 AM-1:30 PM):

• Arrival support and front door monitoring
• Coverage support as needed
• Hallway sweeps and morning transitions
• Front office support during high-traffic morning hours
• Lunch and recess supervision
• Operational tasks as assigned

Afternoon Shift (11:00 AM-4:30 PM):

• Lunch and recess supervision
• Coverage support as needed
• Dismissal support and student release
• Event setup and breakdown
• Inventory restocking and package sorting
• Operational tasks and logistical support through end of day

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• Experience working with children or youth in a school, camp, childcare, or similar setting preferred;
• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods and move throughout the building throughout the shift;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families;
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable - consistent attendance is essential in this role;
• Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and adapt to changing needs throughout the day;
• Ability to pass required background and reference checks and a negative tuberculosis test prior to employment.

Preferred

• Experience in a school or educational setting, particularly in an urban or charter school environment;
• Familiarity with positive behavior support strategies and student supervision best practices;
• AOM (Administration of Medication) certification or willingness to obtain certification (training will be coordinated by the school);
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages) a plus.
• Required Core Competencies
• Commitment to Perry Street Prep's mission, values, and operational philosophy.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with strong organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset;
• Calm, flexible, and effective under pressure - able to respond to unexpected situations without losing sight of the bigger picture.

Physical Abilities

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone; seeing to read, prepare, and proofread documents; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneeling, bending