Job Description

Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School seeks its founding School Office Manager. The successful candidate will possess experience working in diverse schools with English Language Learners and students with IEPs. The School Office Manager will believe in WCAs approach to education, which will provide students with engaging and challenging real-world learning experiences in a supportive and nurturing school community. This is an exciting opportunity to partner with cultural institutions and community partners, teachers, families, and students as an operational leader at an innovative charter public school in the city of Worcester.

We welcome candidates to apply who reflect the cultural diversity of the Worcester community.MissionWorcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School will provide students with rigorous, real-world learning experiences in a supportive and nurturing school community, helping all students to become reflective inquisitors, articulate communicators, critical thinkers, and skilled problem solvers. Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public Schools mission is to educate, inspire, and uncover the inner genius of all learners through project-based experiences. In partnership with local cultural institutions, we will provide Worcester students with educational opportunities that match their varied learning styles and needs, and prepare them to be the cultural leaders of tomorrow.About the SchoolWorcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School is opening in August 2023 and will serve 200 students in grades K-4 during the 2023-24 school year. There will be 40 students in each grade level and we are chartered for grades K-8.

As an EL (Expeditionary Learning) Education school, we believe in hands-on learning that focuses on three levels of student achievement: mastery of knowledge and skills, character, and high-quality work. Visit our school website www.WorcesterCulturalAcademy.org. QualificationsHigh school diploma or G.E.D. and at least two years relevant experience, education, and/or training.

Experience and/or passion for working cooperatively in schools with diverse communities, including those in WorcesterDemonstrated respect for families with a diverse range of backgrounds. Strong organizational, verbal, written, and time management skillsSense of humility, customer service mindset, and ability to proactively solve problemsTeam player with strong interpersonal, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills, including ability to foster positive and collaborative interpersonal relationships with staff, students, families, and the general publicCommitted to going above and beyond to meet the needs of students and familiesExcellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel; Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Forms, and Google SheetsFluent in administrative and clerical procedures, electronic communication, data entry, operation of standard office equipment, managing files/records, and other office/school procedures and terminologyExperience with student information systems and state-mandated reporting to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is preferredConscientious attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all areasExhibit flexibility and able to adapt to changeStrong work ethic, integrity, and ability to maintain confidentialityBilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural candidates preferredResponsibilitiesDuties include, but are not limited to the following: Serve as first point of contact for families and visitors to school building: greet and direct students, families, staff, and other visitors; answer phone calls; respond to texts/emailsCoordinate and facilitate communication between students, parents, community organizations, and the general publicMaintain student information system, including database, student records, class lists, and electronic and paper filesMonitor student absentee call-in system, contacts parents for verification of student absences when necessaryManage student activity accountsProcess purchase orders, invoices, and reimbursement requestsAssist with recordkeeping requirementsState-mandated reporting to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)Collect and process state-required CORI forms for staff, families, and volunteersLearn, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and proceduresSupport school events, special projects, and initiativesMaintain school leaders calendarsOrder office and instructional suppliesWelcome and orient new staff, families, and studentsCollect and organize funds for deposit by the parent organizationMaintain internal and external electronic distribution listsPerform other job-related duties as assigned by the school leader or their designeeJoin Our Adult CrewAt Worcester Cultural Academy, our faculty and staff collaborate and support one another and our students through a number of school-wide activities, events and celebrations. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead and participate in these events, ranging from student and family orientation activities to celebrations of learning to graduation. We work together to support the safe and happy arrival and dismissal of our students, collaborate and plan together and use data to guide decision-making.

We are intentional about engaging our faculty and staff in the development of the Academy and of themselves. School-wide professional meetings happen before the start of the school year and throughout. Compensation: Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.Application InstructionsTo apply for this position, email the following to jobs@osv.org: Cover letter that addresses, but is not limited to the following prompt: Why are you interested in working in the role of Office Coordinator at a charter public school that teaches through hands-on, project-based learning and is set in the city of Worcester?Resume Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or \any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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