Upper School Division Coordinator

Poly Prep Country Day School

$85K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3-5 years experience in school office or professional setting
  • Experience in independent or educational institutions preferred
  • Expertise in Google Suite
  • Familiarity with student information systems, Veracross preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage and schedule the calendar for the Head of Upper School
  • Collaborate on the Upper School division calendar with other departments
  • Assist with Upper School and faculty events coordination
  • Administer standardized testing for PSAT, SAT, and ACT
  • Oversee logistics for local field trips and student activities
  • Maintain inventory of supplies for faculty
  • Coordinate yearbook photos for Upper School faculty and students

Benefits

  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • Generous match on 403(b) retirement plan
  • Flexible spending account and pre-tax commute benefits
  • Complimentary lunch provided
Full Job Description
Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of UPPER SCHOOL DIVISION COORDINATOR. The Upper School Division Coordinator will assist the Head of the Upper School with the management, logistics, and daily operations of the Upper School division. The Coordinator will proactively anticipate divisional administrative needs and create systems for efficiently addressing them. The Upper School Division Coordinator will be someone who likes to engage in a fast-paced educational environment, works quickly, efficiently, and collaboratively, and who can meet challenges and opportunities with warmth and openness.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Manage, anticipate, and schedule the calendar of the Head of Upper School
  • Manage, anticipate, and schedule the Upper School division calendar, in collaboration with the Dean of Students, Upper School Deans Coordinator, Arts, Athletics, and the Events Management team
  • Assist with Upper School and faculty events, including but not limited to professional development events, Commencement, Cum Laude inductions, faculty meetings, and faculty social gatherings
  • Oversee the standardized testing administration of the PSAT, SAT, and ACT
  • Oversee logistical elements of local field trips, including securing transportation, meals, and permission forms
  • Order and maintain inventory of supplies for Middle and Upper School faculty
  • Coordinate school photos for the yearbook for Upper School students and faculty
  • Anticipate all administrative tasks that would support the Upper School and Academic Program, including the creation of systems for efficient execution of program initiatives
  • Actively participate in a positive school culture through shared duties, faculty meeting discussions, participation in special events, committees, and professional development
  • Interact with students, teachers, families, and all other constituents in a cordial, professional manner

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years experience in a school office setting or as executive administrative assistant or in a professional setting. Experience in an independent school or educational setting is preferred.

Specific Skills: Expert skills in Google Suite, experience with student information systems such as Veracross preferred; comfort learning new technologies and data management systems

Certifications/Licenses: None required

Special Requirements: None required

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 (All levels of experience are welcome to apply. Salary is based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and expertise.)

We offer a supportive environment, with a full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch).

How to Apply: Interested applicants should apply through Upper School Division Coordinator to submit your resume, cover letter, and specific evidence of qualifications to Sarah Bates, Head of Upper School.

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