Sylvan Administrative Assistant - Sylvan Learning Center
Johnston, IA 50131
About the Job
Sylvan Learning Center of Johnston is looking for a part time administrative assistant or our Director of Fun and Organization. You must know how to lead fun activities for students and be organized!
We are seeking a highly motivated, self-directed, and energetic person eager to make learning fun. You must be organized and assist the center to run efficiently!
At Sylvan Learning Center of Johnston, you will be responsible for directing the students, leading engaging and fun activities during Transition Time and assisting in the administrative operations of the center. Other duties include: teaching/tutoring; assisting students with learning logs and questions when an instructor is occupied with other students; some clerical and administrative tasks such as filing, handling phone calls, scheduling and confirming appointments. You will also be support staff for the Center Director and Director of Education to help greet parents and students.
School Hours Available:
Monday-Thursday from 3:30-8:00 PM
Saturdays from 7:30 AM-12:00 PM
Sundays from 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Summer Break Hours Available:
Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Thursday 2:30 PM-7:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM-12:00 PM
Sunday 12:30 PM-5:00 PM
Qualifications:
- Must have the ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure.
- Must be available for at least 3 shifts/week
- Enthusiastic, welcoming demeanor and professional customer service skills
- Attention to detail to provide the 5-Star Sylvan Experience
- Computer proficient, ready to learn our center operations software
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
- Ability to pass a federal background check.
- Seeking applicant who seeks long-term employment.
- Pursuing or having a degree in education is a plus!
At Sylvan, we’re focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning — all of which make a big impact in school and in life. For 40 years, we’ve helped millions of students achieve new levels of academic success.