Preschool Administrative Assistant
About The Position
Cadence Academy Preschool is hiring a Preschool Administrative Assistant in Edgewater, New Jersey. The role combines administrative duties with stepping into classrooms as needed. The assistant serves as a welcoming first point of contact for parents and children, maintains an organized and professional front office, handles calls and inquiries, manages records and databases to meet school and state licensing requirements, and provides administrative support to the Director and Assistant Director. The position also involves building positive relationships with families, children, and staff and contributing to a safe, inclusive, welcoming preschool community. The assistant may work in classrooms with children from 6 weeks to 12 years old.
Requirements
- Must have a CDA or an associate degree in early childhood education or child development.
- Must meet Group Teacher qualification.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be flexible and available during business hours.
- Knowledge of state standards and the ability to maintain compliance with state licensing requirements.
- Must comply with state licensing requirements, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting.
- Previous experience as an administrative assistant in early childhood education or a similar field.
- Strong computer skills, especially typing, and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Greet parents and children warmly and serve as a welcoming first point of contact.
- Maintain an organized, professional, and inviting front office and reception area.
- Answer calls and respond to inquiries.
- Build friendly, trusting relationships with parents, children, and staff.
- Manage records and databases to support compliance with school and state licensing requirements.
- Provide administrative support to the Director and Assistant Director.
- Organize files and take on other duties as needed.
- Step into classrooms as needed and work with children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
- Help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive preschool environment.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay of $19.75–$23.75.
- On-demand pay through UKG Wallet.
- 50% childcare tuition discount.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance.
- Paid time off that grows with tenure.
- Paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid CDA.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
