Who We Are
Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:
Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically
Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion
Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity
Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance
The Opportunity
Prospect Schools is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Operations Coordinator for the 26-27 School Year. The essential duties & responsibilities include:
Front Office management
- Greet visitors and follow proper visitor sign-in protocols
- Manage front desk and office space
Family Communication
- Maintains and manages family facing communications
- Writes official school letters, creates flyers, and drafts email announcements
- Manages a high volume of internals and external communications including the primary phone line and email account for the school
- Manages requests for interpretation services and translations into Spanish
Student Data & Compliance Support
- Support Registrar with student information management & compliance reporting
- Support with issuing student working papers and student enrollment verification letters as needed
Technology Support
- Support the distribution of assigned student technology (ie, Chromebooks)
- Maintain main office systems for tracking borrowed & returned student devices
- Serve as support for classroom technology concerns, escalating to the Prospect Schools IT Team as needed.
Finance & Facilities Operations
- Handle all school wide procurement and purchasing through non-personnel budget items
- Restocking and organizing storage rooms and curriculum rooms
- Support with daily staff absence email and coverages
- Oversee facilities ticketing for special events and family events
- Plan and implement trainings and workshops for faculty and staff on operations areas of ownership
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws
- Contribute toward the development of standard operating procedures in all areas of influence, and continue to find new ways to improve quality and efficiency
About You
A bachelor's degree, master's degree preferred.
Highly organized and attentive to details
Warm and welcoming
Collaborative spirit and able to problem solve
Salary
The salary range for this role starts at $55,000, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. At Prospect Schools we remain committed to providing competitive salaries.
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues
Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: [email protected].
The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Prospect Schools New York, New York, USA Office
397 Bridge St, New York, New York, United States, 11201 5292
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80 Willoughby St, New York, New York, United States, 11201 5265
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