Center Assistant - Pasadena, United States - Sylvan Learning
Description
Sylvan Learning Centers of Pasadena and San Marino are looking for motivated and energetic individuals to to help us run our busy learning center.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is considering a career in education and who loves working with kids and families.
This is a part-time job. TheCenter Assistant must be available to work in the afternoon/evening hours and some Saturday mornings.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Leads day-to-day administrative tasks such as timely and high quality phone reception, word processing, data entry, filing, and other administrative tasks * Greets and assists students, parents, and potential customers according to Sylvan standards * Fields inquiry calls from potential customers; Fields calls from current families * Schedules assessments, tours and Welcome Conferences according to Sylvan Standards; Manages scheduling changes of current families * Assists Center Directors and Directors of Education with preparing materials for parent conferences, assessments, tours, and other customer appointments * Assists Center Directors with other day-to-day tasks of running the Center such as managing billing, collecting payments, and maintaining Center supplies * Assists Center Directors with maintaining the professional appearance of the Center according to Sylvan standards * Supports standards and procedures to ensure student safety and well-being * May assist teachers with preparation for instruction; Gathers and prepares materials as appropriate.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQURED * Strong customer service, interpersonal and communication skills * Strong word processing, data entry, and other administrative skills * Proven ability to effectively use consultative sales skills when serving customers * Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing; Ability to proofread and edit copy * Strong organizational skills; Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and be flexible * High school diploma required, some college preferred * Must be available to work on weekday afternoons/evenings and some Saturday mornings Starting Pay:$17-18/hour