Executive Assistant to the Head of School

Cherry Hills Christian School•Highlands Ranch, CO

1h•$45,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cherry Hills Christian School aspires to be an exceptional Christ-centered community, known for its unwavering commitment to educational excellence, spiritual formation, and a united, mission-driven culture. We seek to cultivate the whole child — mind, body, and spirit — through rigorous academics, vibrant arts, and competitive athletics. Position Overview The Executive Assistant will oversee and perform a wide variety of administrative support activities for the Head of School and the Board of Education. The Executive Assistant is a highly trusted team member who anticipates needs, manages complexity, and brings clarity to environments with multiple priorities and personalities. This person will require a pleasant, upbeat, and welcoming demeanor, professional judgement, discretion, and diplomacy. This role is designed for a servant-hearted professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and feels called to serve through leadership support, operational excellence, and Christ-centered hospitality.

Requirements

A strong and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, evident both personally and professionally
Alignment with CHCS’s mission, core values, and statement of faith
Bachelor’s degree required
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
High level of discretion and professionalism with sensitive information
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Commitment to excellence, stewardship, and continuous improvement
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Productivity systems
Must be able to uphold and support the mission statement, values, and faith statement

Nice To Haves

Minimum of three years of executive/C-suite support experience preferred

Responsibilities

Anticipate the needs of the Head of School and operate with a high level of independence and initiative
Manage logistics for meetings, events, and Board-related activities, ensuring accurate preparation and follow-through
Support school-wide initiatives, processes, and priorities through strong team collaboration
Maintain timely, thorough, and service-oriented communication via email, phone, and voicemail
Build trust by maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment in all matters
Coordinate cross functional teams to align solutions-oriented results
Utilize institutional knowledge to navigate complex relationships and situations within a deadline
Provide high-level administrative and executive support to the Head of School with professionalism, discretion, and efficiency
Foster strong, collaborative relationships with administrative staff, teachers, support personnel, and board members
Connect relationally with students, families, faculty, staff, and visitors in all interactions
Prioritize, compose, edit, and format internal and external communications as directed
Coordinate, attend, and document notes and action items for the Head of School’s leadership teams
Communicate on behalf of the Head of school in a professional, positive, and encouraging manner
Partner with the Head of School in implementing the Long-Range Strategic Plan and Continuous School Improvement Plan
Manage all logistics for Head of School, hosted events, meetings, vendor communications
Collaborate with key departments to organize donor connections
Maintain the annual calendar of the Board of Education meetings and key governance milestones
Facilitate monthly Board of Education meetings and any retreats or outside events