RISE Academy Administrative Assistant

• RISE Academy is a subsidiary of RISE Education System, a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Cognia.
• Our mission is to promote the holistic development of each child through an authentic, experiential learning experience rooted in faith, family, and community.
• RISE Academy is committed to developing the whole child by providing excellence in academic preparation within a faith-based environment.
• Our vision is to guide and nurture students to become role models who exhibit high levels of God-consciousness, professional excellence, and civic leadership through service to society at large.
• We are seeking a full-time, in-person Administrative Assistant to join the RISE Academy team in San Jose, California.

Job Expectations Shared Vision

• Supports a vision of excellence for all students, with urgency to maximize every opportunity necessary to achieve ambitious student outcomes
• Culture of
• Excellence: Helps foster a safe, culturally responsive, and nurturing community where students love learning and are excited to attend school daily
• Professional
• Growth: Commits to continuous growth, actively engages in professional development opportunities, and contributes to our professional learning community
• Community
• Outreach: Demonstrates commitment to the community by communicating regularly with families and attending key school community events

Responsibilities

Promote a healthy, safe, and welcoming school environment Supervise student arrival and dismissal Supervise students during recess and lunchtime Provide occasional classroom coverage as a substitute when needed Support planning and execution of school events Assist school leadership with daily operational tasks and administrative needs as they arise Maintain a professional, positive, and solution-oriented approach when interacting with parents/guardians Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in the family, staff, and administrative system handbooks Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Qualities High school diploma or equivalent; minimum two-year Associate Degree Any combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the role Ability to communicate fluently in English Strong organizational skills, professionalism, and reliability Classroom management skills required of a substitute teacher Proficiency with relevant technology and digital tools, including email, calendar systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and creating or updating school materials using design tools such as Canva

Preferred Skills/Qualities At least 2 years of administrative support experience At least 2 years of experience working in an academic institution

Compensation Compensation is based on relevant experience, academic degrees, and certifications. Children of staff members are eligible for tuition discounts.