Job Posting: Receptionist and Administrative Assistant | Full Time
Chesterton Academy, a classical high school joyfully rooted in the Catholic faith, seeks an experienced, energetic, personable, and self-motivated receptionist and administrative assistant to perform various school functions. This individual is an integral part of the team and is responsible for assisting in the administrative operation of the school. Experience in the education or non-profit sector is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities include:
Answer the phone and greet guests during regular operating hours during the school year.
Assist in school business functions, including: tuition billing and collection, purchasing and vendor contact, and other business administration activities, including:
Student record and admissions database entry
Vendor contact for school pilgrimages
Execute policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard students, protect confidential information, and ensure accurate record keeping
Conduct school communications
Assist Headmaster and Development Director in secretarial capacity
Qualifications:
Practicing Catholic including an oath of fidelity to the Magisterium
Solid analytical, organizational and planning skills with excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational, written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated strength in financial and office record-keeping; non-profit bookkeeping experience preferred
Computer skills with facility in Word, FACTS, and Excel preferred
Two years of relevant experience preferred
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three to five references to info@ChestertonSJE.org.
About Chesterton Academy
Founded in 2008 as a result of a grass-roots movement of parents, Chesterton Academy offers a rigorous, integrated high school curriculum centered on the Incarnation of Jesus Christ. Focusing on the classics, the school develops complete thinkers who learn to draw on faith and reason for the purpose of building a culture of life. Learn more about Chesterton Academy and the growing national Chesterton Schools Network.
