Offer summary

Qualifications:

Prior experience as a School Administrative Assistant is preferred., Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications is essential., Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, are required., Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment..

Key responsabilities:

Assist in maintaining accurate student records and enrollment information.

Communicate with families regarding their student's enrollment status in a timely manner.

Adhere to state-specific enrollment rules and requirements for Michigan.

Collaborate with the Administrative Assistant team to support overall team success.

Job description

School Summary

Lighthouse Connections Academy (LCA) is a tuition-free virtual public charter school serving students in grades K-12 throughout Michigan. LCA is authorized by Oxford Community Schools and governed by an independent Board of Directors. The school contracts with Connections Education LLC to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED. Lighthouse Connections Academy is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), which are accrediting divisions of Cognia.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

The Administrative Assistant seeks to assist and support the school in maintaining appropriate student records. Additionally, the Administrative Assistant supports students and parents by serving as the initial point of contact for student enrollment questions.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for the following:

Implement efforts to secure complete and accurate student records
Communicate with families about their student’s status of enrollment in a timely and professional manner
Keep abreast and adhere to all state of Michigan and Michigan Connections Academy enrollment rules and requirements
Understand state-specific school enrollment requirements
Update and maintain MCIR records
Work as a collaborative member of the overall Administrative Assistant team to ensure team success and can perform or support other AA roles as needed during the year
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Prior School Administrative Assistant experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and web-based applications is essential
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Good interpersonal skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Customer-focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
Must reside in Michigan
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication

Lighthouse Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

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