Administrative Assistant to the Head of School

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<strong>Description & Details<br><br></strong>Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School, a dynamic Preschool–12th grade Jewish day school, seeks a highly organized, professional, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support the Head of School. The Administrative Assistant will serve as the central point of contact for the Head of School’s office, managing a busy calendar, coordinating communications, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities include:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Managing the Head of School’s calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and events</li><li>Coordinating communication with faculty, parents, students, board members, and community partners</li><li>Preparing and editing correspondence, reports, and presentations</li><li>Organizing meeting materials and maintaining records and files</li><li>Greeting visitors with warmth and professionalism</li><li>Handling confidential information with discretion</li><li>Supporting school events and projects as needed<br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree preferred; prior administrative experience required (experience in a school or nonprofit setting a plus)</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and calendar management tools</li><li>Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Warm, professional demeanor and ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders</li><li>Familiarity with Jewish customs and Holidays<br><br></li></ul>Benefits:<br><br><ul><li>Paid Sick leave in accordance with state and local laws.</li><li>2 personal days</li><li>Major Jewish Holiday and federal holidays off</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision benefits with cost sharing</li><li>403B retirement options</li><li>Supplemental benefits</li><li>Company paid Life Insurance</li><li>Long term and short term Disability<br><br></li></ul><em>“Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School is a vibrant independent day school rooted in Jewish tradition and committed to academic excellence. While our identity is grounded in Orthodox heritage and modern Jewish life, we welcome faculty of all backgrounds who are inspired by our mission and eager to contribute to a values-driven educational community.<br><br></em><em>Our educational philosophy centers on fostering ethical character, intellectual curiosity, respect for diverse perspectives, and a deep sense of community responsibility. We provide an environment where students engage deeply with Jewish learning while pursuing rigorous academics across all disciplines.</em>

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