What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Assistant position at Northwest Classical Academy?
Description
Northwest Classical Academy seeks a full-time Operations Assistant. The person in this role will work alongside the other members of the Operations team to complete critical tasks in multiple departments, including Reception, Facilities, Health, Nutrition, IT, and the Resource Room. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated, and a strong multitasker. Adaptability and flexibility are necessary character traits of the role. The Operations Assistant reports to the Director of Operations on NCA’s Kennesaw campus. This is a current vacancy and the position will start immediately.
The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manage the substitute teacher pool and fill vacancies as needed on a daily basis
- Lead all duties and relationships related to carline, transportation, and events
- Ensure Master, Website, Substitute Availability, and Out of Office calendars are up-to-date at all times
- Serve as primary backup to school Receptionist while also providing role support and backup for Operations team members as needed
- Submit purchase orders and execute vendor orders for the Operations department
- Serve as a member of the School Safety Team with drill-specific responsibilities
- Complete task & project-based duties as delegated by the Director of Operations
- Provide summer office coverage
Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements:
- A Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college is required.
- Candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong organizational and time management skills.
Strong candidates will support the school’s Mission: to develop students in mind and character through a classical, content-rich curriculum that emphasizes the principles of virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility. They will have enthusiasm for the Vision: to be a nationally regarded K-12 classical school and serve as a local and national incubator for growth and promotion of classical education. And they will embody the school’s organizational values. We value
- the tenets of classical, liberal arts education;
- community and partnership in the common pursuit of forming intelligent, virtuous citizens;
- excellence in teaching and learning;
- the virtues we aim to teach our students: courage, courtesy, honesty, humility, perseverance, self-government, and service.
Why Northwest Classical Academy?
Full-time, benefits-eligible employees are offered the following:
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Long-term and Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Participation in the Teachers Retirement System of GA for eligible positions
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Priority enrollment for children in the school
About Northwest Classical Academy:
Northwest Classical Academy (NCA) is a public charter school located in Kennesaw for grades K-11 for the 2025-2026 school year with plans to expand a grade level each year until it is K-12. All Georgia families are eligible to apply; the school is tuition-free, and no entrance testing is required.
Northwest Classical Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. Interested candidates should apply via the school’s career site. Candidates must attach a letter of introduction, a C.V. or resume, and three character references to their application. For faculty positions, please attach a 300-500 word “statement of educational philosophy.”
