Administrative Assistant - Washington Connections Academy

School Summary: At Connections Academy, helping students maximize their potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program is at the core of our mission. Founded in 2001, Connections Academy delivers high-quality, highly accountable online education to students in grades K-12. Our schools are accredited by Cognia and recognized as Cognia Schools of Distinction. Washington Connections Academy (WACA) is a tuition-free, virtual public school serving students in grades K-12 statewide.

Responsibilities

• Data & Reporting: Entering data into the online student information systems, generating required reporting, and preparing reports for teachers and administrators.
• Communication: Speak with parents and students, and maintain clear logs of all communications with stakeholders.
• Organization: Keep projects and reports on schedule, demonstrate ability to organize resources, and manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Professionalism: Motivated, self-starter who can work independently and in a cross-functional team environment, excellent follow-up skills, and excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Additional Duties: Assist school leadership with a wide variety of daily responsibilities, assist in the training and mentoring of new administrative assistants, and travel for key school events.

Requirements

• Must be able to report to the office in Lacey, WA.
• Reside in the state of Washington.
• Strong technology skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Zoom, Nearpod, data collection tools).
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proven time management and organizational skills.
• Student- and family-focused approach, creating an inclusive and culturally responsive environment.
• Ability to travel for key school events, including overnight travel.

Qualifications

• Based on experience and education, the salary is $19.10 per hour.

Washington Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed.