Maintain the main office workspace for aesthetics and function, including the inventorying and organization of supplies/materials, scholar concerns and visitor systems
Track completion of all parent and student-facing surveys, RSVPs, permission slips, and other relevant documentation
Support summer and mid-year enrollment efforts by making calls to prospective families and collecting documentation
Student Data and Academic Support
Support teammates in working to maintain and update student files, family contact information, health records, medication forms, parental permission and all other documentation to ensure compliance with state mandates
Engage in relevant data entry to ensure student information systems are accurate and updated with current student data
Support with creation and distribution of student, parent and staff-facing academic reports
Support with maintaining classroom and shared-space technology (projectors, copiers, and computers etc.) to make teaching better and easier for all staff
Facilities and Purchasing
Support the execution of the Operations Manager’s detailed inventory systems to ensure the school always has the materials necessary to function without downtime
Work with teammates to maintain the school’s physical condition - ensure that all spaces are neat, organized, beautiful and optimized for their designated use
Assist with purchasing materials and supplies
Operational Support
Respond urgently and in-the-moment to support academic programming and student needs
Help oversee and execute whole-school systems including arrival, lunch, dismissal, and transportation (specific duties will vary by campus)
Assist teammates in planning and executing all student and family events, including family conferences, field trips, high-stakes testing etc.
Act as the first point of contact for all scholar health needs
Manage school calendars
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Additional support at the request of the Director of Operations
What You’ll Need
Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep’s mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti-racism
Steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choice
Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills; timeliness; accuracy; and consistent and regular communication; and ability to meet deadlines
Self-reflective and open to regular feedback, with the ambition and desire to grow and develop
A positive, solutions-oriented attitude and drive for excellence
Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills to foster relationships with vendors, staff, scholars and their families while demonstrating value towards diversity and inclusivity
Cultural competencies to work in low-income communities and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases across lines of difference
Flexibility and open to being interrupted and getting back on task in a highly reactive role
Ability to prioritize appropriately, with a demonstrated ability to distinguish between the urgent and the important
Attention to detail
Eagerness to work collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to take on physical tasks such as moving boxes, packages, and rearranging furniture
Some prior work experience in a customer service oriented field preferred but not required - either as a receptionist, office manager, administrative employee, or in retail
Basic Excel and word processing proficiency is a plus
Bachelor’s degree required
Spanish, Cantonese, or Russian proficiency a plus
Who are we?
Coney Island Prep is a college preparatory public charter school in Brooklyn, New York. Merging growth, performance, and commitment, the Coney Island Prep community takes its responsibility to prepare scholars for the college and career of their choice very seriously, but not ourselves. We balance our sense of ownership and responsibility with humility and levity and support each other every step of the way. Coney Island Prep currently serves over Coney Island Prep currently serves over 1,300 scholars across its four schools, including:
312 scholars in kindergarten – second grade at the lower elementary school
336 scholars in third – fifth grade at the upper elementary school
348 scholars in sixth – eighth grades at the middle school
349 scholars in ninth-twelfth grade at the high school
Commitment to Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
Coney Island Prep is committed to building a team that collectively reflects the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of our scholars. We recognize and respond to different points of access, so that everyone maximizes their highest potential. We also recognize that because of institutionalized racism and systemic oppression, historically marginalized groups are at a disadvantage when it comes to most application and hiring processes. We want to ensure that all candidates, regardless of their identity, are able to demonstrate their qualifications and are not limited by a lack of opportunity or access. We are committed to creating a space where everyone’s identity is acknowledged, respected, and welcomed. We are intentional about creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their authentic selves at work by constantly examining our organization culture and challenging our traditions.
Benefits and Compensation
Employees at Coney Island Prep are provided with salaries that are highly competitive, set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills and experiences relevant to the role. The salary for this role is $60,500.
As a regular full time employee of Coney Island Prep, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and Paid Family Leave.
Staff are provided with a MacBook Air and access to all the necessary technology and resources needed to succeed in their role.
Are you “All In?” This position starts immediately. To apply, head to our Careers Page!
Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship or disability. We want Coney Island Prep to be a place where students and staff of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities feel as though they are valued and can excel.
