Office Assistant Substitute - Choice Schools

New Branches Charter Academy strives to provide a positive learning environment, along with a rigorous academic and cultural program where our children learn to become healthy, responsible citizens, life-long learners, and world leaders.

NBCA:At New Branches Charter Academy (NBCA), our mission is to provide a positive academic and social learning environment for all students. NCBA is a destination school, located on a 12 acre campus that is known for providing environmentally focused learning experiences and self-sustaining practices through dedication to academic excellence.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate:

• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students, staff, and the school.

• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and community members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment.

As the Office Assistant Substitute (As Needed), your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs secretarial and administrative support functions
• Follows office policies.
• Learns and maintains effective office operations and procedures.
• Manages office operations and office coverage during open hours.
• Demonstrates positive customer service and community relations at all times with all people.
• Processes enrollment procedures for all students.
• Prepares all required reports and maintains all appropriate records.
• Maintains a log of visitors to the Academy.
• Serves as the School Leader's frontline representative.
• Enters attendance, processes tardies, and maintains information in PowerSchool.
• Answers phones in a professional manner.
• Monitors security at the front entrance for all visitors.
• Works collaboratively with staff and communicates clearly and efficiently.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates.

For the full job description, please email humanresources@choiceschools.com

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.
• Computer skills in data processing, spreadsheets, databases and research.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Michigan driver's license.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associates degree or above preferred.

• Experience in a school setting with school-age children.

• Knowledge of and skills working with students and families of all backgrounds.

• Excellent verbal and written expression.
• Ability to positively communicate with students, staff and parents.
• Reputation of self-control and sound interpersonal skills.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Solid record of punctuality.

Start Date: End of Summer and Beginning of 2024 - 2025 School Year

Work Location:3662 Poinsettia Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Please contact Jackson Carmoney at jacksoncarmoney@choiceschools.com with any questions.

Working for Choice Schools Associates

New Branches Charter Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, New Branches is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.