What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant (25-26 SY) position at Freire Schools?
About Freire Schools
Established in 1999, Freire Schools (www.freireschools.org) is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware whose mission is to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. We’re distinguished by our belief in every student who walks through our doors, our strong code of conduct and commitment to peace that ensures a safe environment for all, our sense of family throughout our community, and our joyous and engaged classrooms that focus on academic achievement. As evidence of our impact, in 2023 Stanford’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes ranked Freire Schools in the top 15 in the country for academic gains out of 368 charter networks nationwide.
About The Team
For this Administrative Assistant/Front Desk Greeter position, you’ll be working for our high school in center city Philadelphia called Freire Charter High School (9th-12th Grade): One of the first charter schools to open in Pennsylvania, Freire High School was founded in 1999 as the flagship Freire Schools campus. 100% of the Freire High School Class of 2024 were accepted to college and earned almost $8 million in scholarships and financial aid offers for college. Freire High School’s rigorous, creative curriculum and comprehensive academic and emotional supports help our students thrive in high school, in college, and beyond.
Freire Charter High School (9-12): 2027 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
What you’ll do
As the Administrative Assistant and Front Desk Greeter, you'll play a critical role in maintaining smooth front desk operations in the school’s office, supporting the administrative team, staff, students, and parents. You'll be responsible for a wide range of clerical and administrative tasks to ensure the efficient day-to-day functioning of Freire Charter High School.
Responsibilities
You're incredibly organized and enjoy making connections with all members of the community. You also possess an unwavering belief that our students are capable of success, and you both exude and cultivate our values of equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity. We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Minimum Requirements
This is a full time, salaried position that runs for 12 months of the year. We offer a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, and more. Pennsylvania employees are enrolled in Freire’s 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 5% contribution from Freire.
Freire Schools is committed to maintaining a workplace environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, in service of the policy goal to provide all persons equal access to all categories of employment regardless of a person’s actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic background, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, veteran/military status, or any other category protected by state or federal law.
Established in 1999, Freire Schools (www.freireschools.org) is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware whose mission is to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. We’re distinguished by our belief in every student who walks through our doors, our strong code of conduct and commitment to peace that ensures a safe environment for all, our sense of family throughout our community, and our joyous and engaged classrooms that focus on academic achievement. As evidence of our impact, in 2023 Stanford’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes ranked Freire Schools in the top 15 in the country for academic gains out of 368 charter networks nationwide.
About The Team
For this Administrative Assistant/Front Desk Greeter position, you’ll be working for our high school in center city Philadelphia called Freire Charter High School (9th-12th Grade): One of the first charter schools to open in Pennsylvania, Freire High School was founded in 1999 as the flagship Freire Schools campus. 100% of the Freire High School Class of 2024 were accepted to college and earned almost $8 million in scholarships and financial aid offers for college. Freire High School’s rigorous, creative curriculum and comprehensive academic and emotional supports help our students thrive in high school, in college, and beyond.
Freire Charter High School (9-12): 2027 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
What you’ll do
As the Administrative Assistant and Front Desk Greeter, you'll play a critical role in maintaining smooth front desk operations in the school’s office, supporting the administrative team, staff, students, and parents. You'll be responsible for a wide range of clerical and administrative tasks to ensure the efficient day-to-day functioning of Freire Charter High School.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily attendance needs
- Front desk management and phone coverage
- Lead various academic support tasks, including lockers, student identification photos, technology reservations, Yondr pouches etc.
- Assist with Chromebook support
- Money collection for Chromebooks, Yondr pouches, etc.
- Support the Head of Operations and Head of School with various tasks
- Manage Copier, inventory, and maintenance support
- Supply inventory including books, office supplies, water bottles, tissues, etc.
You're incredibly organized and enjoy making connections with all members of the community. You also possess an unwavering belief that our students are capable of success, and you both exude and cultivate our values of equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity. We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Minimum Requirements
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail
- Ability to complete projects in a timely manner and adhere to numerous deadlines
- Demonstrates flexibility and maintains confidentiality
- Sets priorities and works in a highly organized and efficient manner
- Professional, personable and welcoming to all constituencies
- Willingness to perform various tasks as needed in support of the extended Freire community
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel
- At least 1-2 years of experience with urban youth and families
This is a full time, salaried position that runs for 12 months of the year. We offer a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, and more. Pennsylvania employees are enrolled in Freire’s 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 5% contribution from Freire.
Freire Schools is committed to maintaining a workplace environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, in service of the policy goal to provide all persons equal access to all categories of employment regardless of a person’s actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic background, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, veteran/military status, or any other category protected by state or federal law.
