Administrative Director

Administrative Director

We are looking for a dynamic, flexible, and motivated individual who understands progressive education and what it means to work with a consensus-based community. It is expected that the person in this position will work collaboratively with staff and the NCCL School community within the framework of our school philosophy.

In its hiring practices, NCCL School deliberately seeks to maximize the diversity of the school (in terms of class, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities/disabilities, age, and language).

Scope: The Administrative Director is a full-time position during the school year (September-June), with one afternoon off per week. Part-time work hours are required during summer vacation and long holiday breaks. It requires attendance at school events and meetings that may occur after school, in the evenings, and on weekends.

To apply, or to learn more about our school and progressive education, visit our website: www.ncclschool.org. Please submit a cover letter and resume. Training begins in early July.

Desired Skills & Background:

• Is an all-in, big-picture thinker who is self-directed and highly organized, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Has confidence with resolving grievances and mediating conflicts between the school, parents, staff, and students
• Understands and is able to communicate the progressive philosophy of the school to current and prospective parents
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Has a desire to interact with children in a warm and positive manner
• Has a high degree of technological competence in a variety of platforms and data management and reporting experience
• Has a four-year degree or commensurate experience and training in an academic setting

Working Relationships/Contacts:

Contacts require confidentiality, sensitivity, collegiality, and interest in solving or ameliorating problems and helping community members improve their connections to NCCL School and one another. The Administrative Director will have regular contact with all members of staff, current and prospective parents, community members, and alumni. This position works in partnership with the Financial and Outreach Director.

Responsibilities:

The Administrative Director will have responsibility for managing the front office of the school. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operations Manager Responsible for admissions and enrollment: inquiries, tours, applications, follow-up communication, student visits, and enrollment contracts and materials
• Responsible for maintaining school records and office data
• Monitor systems and the maintenance and upkeep of the physical building and grounds; arrange for workers, get bids for work, etc.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the school (office, building, physical plant, internal maintenance, grounds)
• Work with technological elements of the school (maintaining website, use operating systems like PC, Mac, Mailchimp, Microsoft office suite, Google suite, social media platforms)
• Manage parent committees: Track parent hours and ensure that the work of the school gets accomplished through parent involvement
• Coordinate and support after school events

• Communications Be a liaison for, and work collaboratively with, current and prospective parents
• Cultivate content and philosophical messaging of the school
• Provide education and communication to facilitate retention
• Have strong digital communication, social media knowledge and skills
• Ability to communicate efficiently with the community; create newsletters, maintain school calendar and website, ensure appropriate relationship with the city, state, and district

• Leadership Oversee progress of strategic planning goals
• Collaborate with Financial & Outreach Director and Educational Directors as a member of the Administrative Team (meets once/week and as needed). Serve as the school’s legal liaison in an administrative capacity
• Oversee staff development and evaluation with the Administrative Team
• School expansion oversight
• Serve as Secretary on the NCCL School Board of Directors, maintaining official Board files and minutes
• Serve as a positive, welcoming ambassador for the school and school visitors
• Work with parents, teachers and students to handle grievances and resolve conflicts

Compensation:

Salary: $53,913 with annual cost of living increase and longevity bonus

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 401K with percentage match
• Short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition remission & extended care

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $53,913.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Currently masking and testing weekly

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newark, DE 19711: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location