Banning Lewis Academy - Principal Secretary

About the Team

ACCEL Schools is seeking a friendly, energetic and ethical Principal Secretary to manage all office functions and act as the first point of contact for students, parents and the general public interested in Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy in Colorado Springs, CO for the 2024-2025 school year.

At Banning Lewis Academy, we blend the tradition of character development and values with modern technology and tools to create an engaging learning environment that accelerates student achievement and readiness without losing sight of student well-being and personal development. Our mission is to create a safe, positive environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and a thirst for discovery where students and staff success through exceptional programs.

At Banning Lewis Ranch, we serve students in Grades K-5. Highlights include our Capturing Kid's Hearts Program, Celebration of Learning Nights, 5th Grade Capstone Field Trip to Washington DC, and a well-rounded student schedule that includes Spanish, Art, PE, Music & Technology.

At Banning Lewis Prep, we serve students in Grades 6-12. We carefully transition students into Middle School with purposeful social activities and programs as LEAD our leadership development program, sports through the Central Colorado Athletic League, and numerous clubs and electives. In High School, we offer traditions such as Homecoming, Prom, and Student Senate. We focus on Concurrent Enrollment opportunities, Service Learning Projects, Senior Capstone Projects, and college and career readiness (such as online courses, career & technical business programs, foreign exchange program opportunities and much more. At the High School level, our athletes compete in the Tri-Peaks League and have many additional extracurricular opportunities such as Mock Trial, Jazz & Concert Band, National Honor Society, and more.

About the Opportunity:

The Principal Secretary will provide the following:

• Clerical and Administrative Support:
• • Provide clerical support to the Assistant Principal and Administrative Assistant, including managing correspondence, preparing reports and maintaining files.
  • Assist in organizing meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes as required.
• Event Coordination:
• • Schedule events on the master calendar, particularly athletic events and school activities, ensuring accurate communication with personnel and the community.
  • Coordinate event logistics and disseminate relevant information as needed.
• Student Services:
• • Assign student lockers and manage the processing of student I.D. cards.
  • Assist with maintaining accurate records related to students' locker assignments and identification.
• Communication and Information Management:
• • Respond to telephone calls, route calls, take messages, and assist staff, parents, and community members with inquiries or concerns.
  • Provide timely information to staff, students and others through the daily bulletin, email communications, and other means.
• Other Duties:
• • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested to ensure the smooth operation of the school office.
  • Adapt to various tasks as needs arise, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach.

About You:

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and calendar management tools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Experience in an educational or office setting is preferred.

About Us

"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80 high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

We offer the following benefits:

Compensation and Life benefits – time & peace of mind

• Salary will begin at $20/hour and is commensurate with experience
• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits – stay well & thrive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing

• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000 instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.