School Office Assistant

About the Role

Join the Goddard School Faculty in Anderson Township to begin or grow your childcare career with the leader in early childhood education in the Cincinnati area. We are currently interviewing for a School Office Assistant to join our Administrative Team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• No nights or weekends — enjoy work-life balance with a set schedule (7am – 6pm, Monday through Friday).
• Feel appreciated in a positive, supportive work environment where your passion for helping kids thrive is valued.
• Growth opportunities, including help obtaining your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and career advancement from within.
• Perks: competitive pay, health benefits, paid time off, discounts on childcare, 401(k) with matching, and a holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Positive, collaborative culture that values creativity, autonomy, and the joy of working with children.
• All necessary teaching supplies provided, strict teacher-to-children ratios in every class, and a clean, modern facility with multiple buildings, playgrounds, a gym, stage, outdoor classroom, kitchen, and large faculty office.
• School traditions including Fall Festival, carnivals, Summer Picnic, Parents’ Night Out, and more.

Responsibilities

• Assist multiple Directors and an Owner in operating the school.
• Manage compliance with Goddard QA standards and Ohio licensing requirements.
• Maintain accurate child and teacher files.
• Run the school office, answer phones, handle parent and teacher inquiries, close the school, order supplies, and manage child snacks.
• Substitute for absent teachers in classrooms when needed.
• Drive a 14-passenger school bus when needed (special driver’s licensing is NOT required).
• Perform mock QAs and emergency drills.
• Manage teacher training completions.
• Assist with school special projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma (early childhood experience is a bonus).
• Dependable, positive, and works well in a team and without a lot of supervision.
• Proficient with office technology, MS Office apps, social media, Chat GPT, and iPhone apps.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong follow-through and ability to handle questions and concerns constructively.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

About The Goddard School

For more than 35 years, The Goddard School has been a leader in early childhood education. With more than 600 franchised Schools serving over 75,000 students nationwide, Goddard combines learning and fun to help children build the skills and confidence they need for success in school and in life.