Administrative Assistant

Guidepost Montessori • St. Louis, MO

10h

About The Position

We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team in a full-time capacity as soon as possible. The person we hire will spend half of their time in an administrative role, working at the front desk, answering phones, providing customer service, etc. The other half of the time will be spent in the classrooms, supporting teachers and children with the daily routine.
This position is a full-time role with great benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K, a competitive rate of pay, and a generous 75% tuition discount for up to 2 children at our school.
This role is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with children, communicating with parents, and helping to keep daily school operations running smoothly.
About Us
Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 Montessori schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children ages 0-6 in our Nido, Toddler, and Children’s House programs.
At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We’re on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief—for children, parents, and educators!
Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish—in school and in life!

Requirements

• Have a Bachelor's Degree
• Have loved your experiences working with children (inside the classroom or out -- as a tutor, camp counselor, coach, etc.)
• Have some previous customer service or administrative experience
• Have excellent communication and organizational skills
• Are comfortable with technology and learn new systems quickly
• Willingness to float between the classrooms and help out as needed
• Collaborate well with others
• Take pride in your work

Benefits

• Ongoing professional development
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
• Career growth and promotion opportunities
• A competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children 3 months through 6 years old)
• The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees