Persistence Prep, a new K-8 charter school in Buffalo, invites passionate and committed educators to apply to the position of Operations Associate. Persistence Prep is founded on the belief that all students, regardless of race, disability, home language, socioeconomic status, or zip code can learn and achieve at high levels when held to the highest expectations. It is our mission to ensure that all students are firmly on the path to succeed within a four-year college and create positive change within their communities.

In the 2024-2025 school year, Persistence Prep will serve scholars in grades K-7 (two classes at each grade level). Persistence Prep will add a grade level each year until we are a fully enrolled K-8 charter school. We are looking for high capacity, energetic, detail oriented, and dedicated individuals to join our team.

Job Summary

The Operations Fellow is responsible for supporting the operations and communications of Persistence Prep. Working collaboratively with the Director of Operations, the operations fellow is responsible for managing school-wide communications and maintaining operational, purchasing, and data systems to ensure teachers and students have what they need to focus all their energy on teaching and learning.

Essential Functions

· Uphold the mission and vision of the school every second of the day.

· Implement and enhance the school’s systems and culture.

· Assist the Operations Team with student recruitment, community engagement, and enrollment.

· Help execute logistics and preparations for school events and activities.

· Assist the Operations team with transportation requests and changes.

· Assist classroom teachers with essential tasks for instructional planning and maintenance of physical space.

· Collaborate with the Operations Team on facility walkthroughs and maintenance.

· Complete all duties and tasks as assigned.

Competencies

· Commitment to uphold and execute upon the mission of Persistence Prep.

· Unwavering, high expectations for all scholars, with a belief that all children deserve access to a college education.

· Persistence in the face of obstacles, productive problem-solving to counter setbacks, initiative to seize opportunities to implement changes and solicit feedback.

· Extreme comfort in consistent interaction with families and community members from diverse backgrounds

· Demonstrated ability to work well in a team and communicate with diverse audiences including students, staff members, families, community members, and board members. Clear writer, facilitator, and public speaker.

· Ability to reflect on how to improve, self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses, willingness to take responsibility for actions and mistakes.

· Willingness to roll up sleeves and do whatever it takes to create a strong school environment.

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and embrace multi-tasking a large number of projects.

• Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and “roll-up-my-sleeves” attitude.

• Welcoming and positive presence.

• Enjoys working with children.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Job Qualifications

· Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.

· Prior experience working in a school preferred.

· Bachelor’s Degree required.

· Bilingual (written and spoken) preferred

· Strong attention to detail

· Strong organizational skills

· Ability to work effectively under stressful working conditions

Salary & Benefits

Persistence Prep offers a competitive pay rate, comprehensive health benefits, and retirement benefits.

Apply Now

Please send a resume and cover letter to asortino@persistenceprep.org.

Commitment to Diversity

As an equal opportunity employer, Persistence Prep hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Payment frequency:

• Paid semi-monthly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Buffalo, NY 14211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person