School Administrative Assistant

Apple Montessori Schools • Part-time • Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, United States • 1d ago

Description

Morris Plains, NJ

Monday - Friday 1:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Non Exempt; Hourly

Apple Montessori Schools is seeking a highly organized, friendly, and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic team in our Westfield, NJ location. As the first point of contact for families, staff, and visitors, this role is essential in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of our school.

Some of the duties and responsibilities:

Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors with warmth and professionalism
Maintain student records, attendance logs, and general school documentation
Support school leadership with scheduling, correspondence, and calendar management
Handle phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries with clarity and a customer-service mindset
Assist in coordinating school events and staff meetings
Assist with enrollment paperwork and student onboarding
Maintain a clean, organized, and secure front office environment
Perform basic bookkeeping or billing tasks as needed
Collaborate with teachers and staff to support school-wide initiatives

Why Join Apple Montessori Schools:

Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for career growth and development
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
The chance to make a meaningful impact on students and families every day

REPORTS TO: Director/Assistant Director

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
2+ years of administrative or office experience, preferably in a school or educational setting
Experience working in a school setting highly preferred.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to initiate and maintain working relationships with all levels of staff and families.
Computer literacy in Office Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based applications, and proficient in the use of office equipment.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task in an office setting.

Apply now by visiting our Careers Page and take the next step in your career with Apple Montessori Schools!