About us

Ivy Kids of Manvel is an early childhood education center focused on providing care and curriculum to children aged 6 weeks to Prekindergarten. Our Center also offers Before & After School care for elementary school aged children. We are more than just childcare; we are the leading provider of premier care and education in the Houston area.

Do you enjoy working with children? Do you want to nurture them, care for them, educate them, and watch them grow and develop? If you enjoy singing, dancing, telling stories, and have a passion for educating young minds, then Ivy Kids of Manvel is the place for you.

Immediate opening for a full-time energetic, mature, creative, and articulate Childcare/Preschool ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT at Ivy Kids Early Learning Center of Manvel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative and office support duties for Director and Education Director.
• Answering telephone calls while maintaining proper telephone etiquette
• Touring prospective families
• Receiving payments from parents and handling all accounts receivables functions
• Conducting safety checks of the Classrooms and Center
• Upkeep of all student files
• Maintain positive supportive relationships with staff, children, and parents
• Assist in the classrooms when needed
• Lead and coordinate ad-hoc projects as requested/needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One or more years of experience working in a childcare center
• Prefer candidates that have experience in sales/marketing
• Knowledge of Texas DFPS Minimum Standards
• Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with children, staff, and parents
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Must be proficient in various Social Media platforms (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Must be able to create flyers, notices, and other communications on behalf of the Center
• Must have strong communication skills and be able to have difficult conversations
• Must be proactive, organized and a multitasker
• Must have excellent customer service, organization, and time management skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Administrative: 2 years (Required)
• Customer Service: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Manvel, TX 77578: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person