FWS: Operations Assistant, Teachers College Community School

Posting Summary:
Teachers College Community School is seeking an Operations Assistant. The candidate must be eligible for Federal Work Study funding as approved via the Teachers College Office of Financial Aid. The position will provide support on general tasks in support of various departmental functions and projects and requires a commitment of a minimum of 15-20 hours/week.

Job Summary/Basic Function:
Position Duties/Responsibilities
The Operations Assistant's primary responsibilities include performing academically relevant (when possible) basic-level administrative tasks and contributing to special projects under the direction of their supervisor. Other minor and major related responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● General public school office operations
● Answering phones and responding to queries
● Assisting with communications
● Distributing information to staff and families
● Helping with class transitions, lunch time, recess, nap time, etc.
● Other administrative duties as needed

Documents required for consideration:
● Resume
● Cover letter
Applications with missing documents will not be considered

Please note:
*Only U.S. Citizens and eligible non-citizens are eligible for this position
*This position is not eligible for tuition credits.

Scheduling
Student work schedules are based on the needs of the department and the student’s academic schedule. Students should discuss their schedules with the hiring manager/supervisor during the interview process. Hiring managers/supervisors will make every attempt to accommodate students’ needs.

Work Limitations
During the academic year, students may not hold appointments or any combination of appointments totaling more than 27 hours per week (International students may work up to 20 hours).

Student Learning Outcomes
Student employees will have the opportunity to develop and/or build on the following competencies while working in this position:
● Career and Self-Development
● Leadership
● Professionalism
● Communication
● Teamwork
● Critical Thinking
● Technology (Software or equipment)

Minimum Qualifications:
● Experience in working in a PreK-2 school setting
● Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
● Strong organization skills as evidenced by prior work or internship experience
● Keen attention to detail
● Strong follow through and ability to work independently on delegated projects
● Must have been awarded federal work-study for the term in which a work-study position is being sought
● Must be a TC student currently enrolled in a degree program and taking at least 5 credits during the fall/spring semesters
● Must be able to abide by Teachers College academic and personnel policies and guidelines, including FERPA, Student Confidentiality Agreement, and the Student Privacy Requirements
● A minimum commitment of 2 semesters

Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience writing content for newsletters and other print/web publications
● Customer service experience
● Basic knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and/or Canva

Salary Range:

$18/hour

Work Modality:

Student Employee - Onsite