Job Description

About DC Scholars: 

DC Scholars Public Charter School was founded in 2012 and opened with grades PS-3. Today, DC Scholars Public Charter School serves approximately 500 students in Preschool - 8th grade. We emphasize academic achievement and firmly believe that we must support students’ emotional, social, and physical growth to improve student learning. With a focus on these areas, we earned Tier 1 status in 2016 as outlined by the DC Public Charter School Board’s Performance Management Framework. Since 2012, DC Scholars PCS has cultivated a like-minded and collaborative team; staff is enthusiastic about constantly setting and reaching a high bar for students.

The Position:

The Operations Associate for DC Scholars Public Charter School (DCSPCS) is a key member of the school’s Operations Team. The Operations  Associate interfaces regularly with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that our scholars are provided with high-quality systems and day-to-day support. The Operations Associate will report to the Associate Director of Operations. 

Key Responsibilities:

Office Management and Support

• Provide top-notch customer service to all scholars, parents, and guests of DC Scholars as the primary point of contact at the main office (in person, on the phone, and electronically)
• Sustain copier function, coordinating with appropriate tech support to ensure that machines are operational.
• Manage and organize school supplies deliveries and organization.
• Ensure the Staff Lounge and supplies maintained in the Lounge are organized.

Event Planning

• Manage logistics, planning, and communication for school-wide events including (but not limited to) new teacher orientation, August PD, and staff appreciation.
• Coordinate with school leaders and manage logistics on class- and division-specific events, including field trips and promotion ceremonies.
• Ensure there is a timely developed budget, procurement, staffing, communication and execution plan for all school events.

Other Responsibilities

• Support Leadership Team with planning for emergency drills and teacher development on emergency preparedness.
• Maintain certification and stay up to date on training in order to administer medication appropriately if the nurse is out of the building.
• Collaborate with DC Scholars team to support enrollment and attendance initiatives
• The Office Associate for DC Scholars Public Charter School (DCSPCS) is a key member of the school’s Operations Team. The Office Associate interfaces regularly with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that our scholars are provided with high-quality systems and day-to-day support.

Background and Experience

• At least three years of work experience in a similar, school-based role.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to quickly build rapport and foster positive relationships.
• Must be highly collaborative, recognizing the role of teamwork in solving complex problems.
• Strong desire to grow as a professional and as a person, facing the challenges that come with deep reflection and direct feedback.
• Ability to relentlessly pursue goals and work through obstacles. A high degree of initiative in resolving problems and implementing solutions in a fast-paced environmen

Mindset

• Passion for educational equity and a commitment to the mission and vision of DC Scholars
• Strong alignment with DC Scholars’ Core Values: High Bar, Passion & Persistence, Hope, Humility & Growth, and Trust
• Collaborative leadership style
• High standards of excellence for self and for others
• Evidence of well-developed emotional intelligence and empathy

The Rewards

• Opportunity to work in an exciting and enjoyable environment that fosters strong family relationships and community partnerships
• Targeted professional development focused on bolstering leadership capabilities
• Professional connections with other expert educators who share your commitment to doing whatever it takes to close the achievement gap
• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Participation in a 403b retirement plan, with matching contributions

DC Scholars encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. DC Scholars does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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