Operations Associate (2025-2026)

Position Reports to: School Director

Start Date: Immediately

Hours: 7:00am-5:00pm some out of school time responsibilities

Compensation: $58,000-$75,000 (Please note that this is a general range; salaries are determined based on credentials and years of experience)

About Us:

As one of the highest performing charter networks in New York City, Classical Charter Schools is having a meaningful impact on education in the South Bronx. Recognized as four-time National Blue Ribbon Award-Winning network, Classical Charter Schools outperforms 97% of New York charters by providing a transformative education through a classical curriculum focused on art, music, Latin, debate and character education.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employees and applicants will be treated in all respects on basis of merit and qualifications without regards to their race, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to apply. At Classical, we provide comprehensive health benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for growth.



Position Summary:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, Operations Associates perform a wide variety of tasks. With exposure to every non-instructional function in the school, Operations Associates build a range of skills. Responsibilities vary by school and personal skills, but may include:

Communications

• Acts as external liaison for the school
• Answers phones and greets visitors
• Conveys important messages to families
  
  

Facilities

• Maintains the daily operations of the main office
• Supports maintenance of school environment as needed
• Troubleshoots technology issues in-house and coordinates with external technical support
  
  

Supplies

• Orders supplies for teachers, students, and administrators as needed
• Maintains organization and inventory of supply closets
• Distributes supplies to staff
  
  

Student Emergencies

• Accountable for student bathroom and medical emergencies (taking sick child to health clinic) as well as some light clean up
  
  

Shipping/Receiving/Distribution

• Receives and signs for deliveries
• Ensures delivery to proper staff member
  
  

Student Records

• Collects student attendance daily and inputs into the Student Information System
• Updates uniform compliance database daily
• Maintains student files in compliance with the Department of Education
• Enters a variety of data into data trackers and excel spreadsheets
  
  

Photocopying

• Makes and delivers photocopies to teachers
• Assists in maintenance and repair of copy machines and printers
  
  

Transportation

• Coordinates bus eligibility in compliance with Department of Education standards
• Responsible for bus stop assignments and metro card distribution
  
  

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children
• At least 3 years experience in operations
• Undergraduate degree
• Experience using with ATS systems
  
  

Successful Candidates Will:

• Interest in working to close the achievement gap
• Exhibit excellent work ethic and organizational skills
• Demonstrate application of our core values: Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency
  
  

Benefits:

• A generous benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverages.
• Student Loan Counseling
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Gym/Fitness Reimbursement
• Calm Subscription
• Wellness benefits
• 401k