Office Assistant

Office AssistantPartnerships to Uplift Communities (PUC) Schools is comprised of a non-profit network of public charter schools designed to significantly increase high school graduation rates, college entrance, and college graduation rates for underserved students in North-East Los Angeles, and the North-East San Fernando Valley.Our mission at PUC Schools is to develop and manage high-quality charter schools in densely populated urban communities with overcrowded and low-achieving schools. We create school programs and cultures that promote college graduation for all students. We uplift and revitalize communities through the success of our students and through inspiring them to uplift our communities now and forever and through the development of educational and other supportive partnerships.The ideal Office Assistant believes in, and is passionate about the mission and commitments of PUC Schools and exhibits this through their leadership, reflection, execution of school culture, and collaboration to ensure student success. The Office Assistant is responsible for greeting and assisting parents, students, and visitors at the school in a friendly and professional manner as well as providing excellent customer service.What you'll need to accomplish:Answer phones using a professional and courteous manner and route calls appropriatelyTake messages and distribute it in a timely mannerSort and distribute mailReply to general information requests with accurate informationAssist Office Manager with proper documentation and accuracy of student attendanceFax, make copies, and assist with typing and composes correspondence lettersMake phone calls to parentsAssist with collecting lunch countFlyer distributionSupervise during lunch and recess (policy & procedures)Assist with the preparation of parent meetingsTranslate for teachers, parents, and counselors (if bilingual)Create students' files and organize students' cumulative files (CUM)Perform other duties as assignedQualificationsWhat do we require from you?Minimum QualificationsEnrolled in college or possesses a BA/BS degree preferredExperience:Prior experience working with students in a learning environment preferredSkills and AbilitiesProficient with Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookExcellent communication skills (verbal and written)Alignment with core characteristics required of every PUC employee: pursuit of excellence, innovation, community, tenacity, and authenticityMust be flexible and team-orientedAble to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentBilingual in Spanish preferredStrong work ethic, accountability, and ownership of workRegular attendance, dependability, and punctuality in conformance with the standards are essential to the successful performance of this positionCompensation & Benefits:This is a full-time, hourly positionOur benefits include:Comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision and additional voluntary benefits403b Retirement Plan with an annual contribution matchPaid Time OffOngoing Professional DevelopmentPUC Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.