Parent Coordinator - Jamaica, United States - New Dawn Charter Schools

New Dawn Charter Schools

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Jamaica, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

New Dawn Charter High School will provide over-aged and under-credited students years of age, including those who are English Language Learners and those with special needs, the opportunity to return to school and obtain a high school diploma through a rigorous NYSED standards-based education program.

Job Description - Office Assistant**At New Dawn an Parent Coordinator is the first point of contact with our students and families. Their work helps to transform student's lives by assisting in the creation of opportunities for a brighter future. We are seeking a Parent Coordinator who will make the commitment to conduct this work with determination, integrity, and purpose. In addition to being a key member of the New Dawn Charter School staff.

The right individual must be a creative thinker who is able to problem-solve and work well with others in a fast-paced environment, where each day could present new challenges related to the essential functions below:

Conducting outreach with other schools and community organizations to recruit students, complete enrollment, and conduct orientation.

Providing marketing support as needed, for example, by participating in school and community events as a New Dawn Charter School representative.

Working closely with the dean and focusing on the safety and care of all students.

Managing period transitions, serving lunch, assisting in classrooms as needed, distributing metro cards.

Communicating with students and families regarding student and/or school updates, preparing and editing letter and memos for students and parents.

Collecting and maintaining student records (both paper and electronic), ensuring that all data is collected and input correctly.

Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students and families

Greeting students and supporting security staff during daily intake

Providing instructional assistance to students, parents and community organizations

Assisting with administrative responsibilities, including but not limited to parent communication, scheduling, and attendance.

Working with administrators on conducting DOE and school surveys.

Processing and tracking school purchasing

Qualifications:

Associates Degree preferred or High School Degree with said experience
Experience in a school environment preferred
Knowledge of ATS and Student Information Systems (JupiterEd) preferred.
Excellent record keeping and timeliness skills
Must be flexible and willing to work as a member of a team
Excellent teamwork, work ethic, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Communicate effectively in English, both orally and verbally
Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and Outlook
Submit background checks through the New York State Department of Education.

Pay:
$35, $55,000.00 per year

Benefits: