Office Coordinator (High School)

Environmental Charter Schools is hiring a part-time Office Coordinator for its Lawndale, CA high school. The role involves administrative support, communication, record-keeping, and managing inquiries from students and families. Candidates should have a high school diploma, be able to handle confidential information, and be committed to the success of low-income students of color. The position operates on-site at the school.
Office Coordinator (High School)

Reporting To: Principal

Position Type: Part-Time, M-F 11:30am - 4:30pm

Contact: joinourteam@ecsonline.org

About ECS

The mission of the Environmental Charter Schools (ECS) is to reimagine public education in low-income communities of color to prepare conscious, critical thinkers who are equipped to graduate from college and create a more equitable and sustainable world. Environmental Charter Schools (ECS) is a non-profit charter management organization with four free public schools in South Los Angeles.

Since its inception in 2001, ECS has provided a unique learning experience that utilizes project-based, interdisciplinary curricula to inspire our students to find authentic meaning in their studies. ECS proudly serves over 1,500 students at two middle schools (Gardena and Inglewood) and at two high schools (Lawndale and Gardena) and has been recognized for its ability to close achievement gaps for low-income Black/African American and Latino students. ECHS Lawndale ranks in the top 2% of public high schools in U.S. News & World Report, 100% of students graduate high school with the coursework necessary for admission to a four-year college or university, and 97% of students are admitted into a four-year college. Most of our students will be the first in their family to graduate from college.

The Opportunity

Environmental Charter Schools is seeking an Office Coordinator who is passionate about serving low-income students of color.

Responsibilities
• ECS is looking for an Office Coordinator to provide support in our office with communication, record keeping, filing and other areas as needed.
• Oversee, coordinate, organize and perform the day-to-day secretarial and administrative functions
• Respond to phone and in-person inquiries & requests from students, families, school staff & community members
• Manages confidential information professionally and appropriately
• Maintain filing & record-keeping systems; cumulative files, attendance records including daily and weekly reports
• Food program coordination (TITAN system, SNP, meal service on campus and Distribution, reports, etc),
• Assist with enrollment and re-Enrollment.
• Maintain high expectations for all students and a deep belief that all students can learn
• Model a personal code of ethics aligned with ECS Mission and Vision
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent, Associate degree preferred
• Bilingual preferred
• Exhibit ability to handle confidential information and materials
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators
• Commitment to the success of all students and the ECS mission, vision, and values

The Perks
• Employer-paid ECS life insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Mandatory sick time
• Small Learning Communities with smaller class sizes and lower student to counselor ratios
• Social and Environmental Justice Focus
• Personal growth and enrichment opportunities

This job primarily operates on a school site and in classrooms, and utilizes typical office equipment (computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.). Physical demands include: positioning to lift (should be able to lift up to 30 pounds to waist high), carry, push, and/or pull, kneel, stoop, crouch and bend. Generally, the job is 60% Stationary and 40% moving/traversing. Travel required for visits to other local school sites or the Home Office (as needed).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. ECS does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. ECS complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you have any questions, please contact: Human Resource administrator at (310) 214-3408.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.88 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Schedule:
• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person