Administrative Assistant

The Young School


Date: 4 weeks ago
City: Columbia, MD
Salary: $17 - $22 per hour
Contract type: Full time

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

  • You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
  • You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
  • You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
  • You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for a wide range of tasks that are essential to the smooth running of the Child Care Center. Administrative Assistants perform various routines including bookkeeping, clerical work, family communication, staff training and opening and closing the school. They will split time between administrative duties and assisting teachers and children in the classrooms.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Be Accountable! Ensure the school operates in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
  • Be Responsible! Manage staff schedule and time off requests. Check child attendance and classroom ratios. Stay up to date on company offerings and ensure the school operates with the most up to date curriculum/program expectations.
  • Be Organized! Create and maintain all children and staff files.
  • Be Diligent! Receive, process, and follow up on monthly enrollments for billing. Run reports and maintain staff and children files.
  • Be Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a key role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve. Greet new and existing families, prepare welcome packets, and assist with tours.
  • Be Team-oriented! Assist with the hiring process for new staff, including applicant follow-up, preparing materials for incoming staff and welcoming and mentoring new hires.

Job Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, CDA or Associate degree preferred
  • Must have at least 1 year of experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
  • Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
  • Knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting procedures and the preparation and maintenance of records is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Pay $17.00-$22.00 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience
  • Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
  • Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
  • Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees
  • Monday-Friday work week

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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