Operations Assistant

Integration Charter Schools • Staten Island, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Integration Charter Schools (ICS) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Operations Assistant to play a pivotal role in their learning community. ICS provides innovative pathways to college that fully integrate students with special needs, striving to fill gaps in public education. The ICS network consists of four schools on Staten Island, New York, guided by the principles of teamwork, courage, community, and integrity. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum, their social-emotional learning program fosters resilience, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills. ICS offers opportunities for students to earn college credits through partnerships with higher education institutions. The organization is committed to creating innovative educational pathways for diverse learners, with a dedicated team working to cultivate an inclusive and enriching learning environment.

Requirements

• Believes strongly in the Core Values of Integration Charter Schools; Integrity, Community, Courage, and Teamwork.
• Evidence of self-motivation, willingness to be a team player, and has a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Organizational skills.
• Communication skills (particularly with children).
• Problem-solving skills.
• Hard-working, urgent, energetic, and willing to learn and adapt.
• Experience working in a school-based or youth development organization.
• Reflective in their practice.
• Enjoys working in a dynamic environment.
• Possesses a “Whatever it Takes” attitude.
• A love for children and education.
• High School Diploma, required.

Nice To Haves

• Higher education, preferred.
• Teaching certification pathway for those who qualify.
• Stipend program that promotes becoming a dual certified teacher in New York State.
• Teacher Residency Program.
• Tuition-free Bachelor’s degree program through Monroe College.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the School Principal, Operations Associate, and/or his/her designee, the Operations Assistant is responsible for providing support for the day-to-day operations of the school.
• Serve as the backbone of the school’s day-to-day operations.
• Assist with parent and community communications.
• Assist with morning arrival and dismissal duties.
• Assist with daily operational logistics.
• Assist with lunchroom and/or bathroom supervision.
• Assist in setting a high standard of operational excellence throughout the school building.
• Support execution of school systems (e.g., breakfast and lunch duty, morning arrival and afternoon dismissal assistance).
• Assist in the creation and execution of school operational systems and structures that support the smooth operation of the school.
• Monitor all student entrances/exits while using our student information systems and Scholarchip.
• Provide administrative support including but not limited to data entry, making photocopies and taking inventory of and restocking supplies.
• Assist with the student registration process, including using Schoolmint, collecting documents, and making phone calls.
• Support all recruitment efforts.
• Answer phone calls, take messages, place outgoing calls, and send mass communications when delegated.
• Monitor student bathroom usage.
• Assist in school-based programs that promote student engagement, parent involvement, and community outreach.
• Assist in the ongoing enhancement of community programs developed to provide services to students.
• Provide assistance to the Principal and other school staff in support of outreach efforts to the community; attendance calls, etc.
• Participate in projects designed to increase engagement, opportunity, and success for students, families, and the school community.
• Improve and encourage participation in school-related community development programs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Weekly Wednesday half-day schedule for embedded professional development and planning
• Small class sizes
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunity to be an integral part of our community, making a genuine difference and shaping the futures of our students
• Students of ICS employees have access to after-care options
• Free parking on-campus
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Short- and long-term disability policy
• Commuter benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• 401(k)-retirement plan with an employer match of up to 3%
• Employees qualify for both NYS Teacher Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Promotion of work-life balance to all staff members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED