Job Description

Who We Are

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world-class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI’s education centers on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology.

DCI is hiring a full-time Office Administrator. This position is responsible for providing a first impression of the school to students, families and the community by responding to phone calls and general information requests.

Hourly Range: $22.13 - $27.63 (Starting hourly is determined by education and years of relevant experience)

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual in Spanish & English (preferred)
• Relevant experience.
• Ability to lift up and carry orders and deliveries short distances;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Experience in a school environment;
• Comfortable in a Mac environment;
• Experience using Google suite;
• Able to draft and create documents and spreadsheets.
• Experience in accounts receivables and billing preferred.
• Available working hours Mondays through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, Fridays: Rotating shifts 8:00AM - 4:30PM or 9:30AM - 6:00PM (hours/dates are subject to change, and with possible occasional additional requirements for parent events and similar needs)

Key Qualities & Skills:

• Provide a warm environment for visitors entering the building.
• Answer telephones, and respond to emails.
• Assist with lunch and meal duties as assigned.
• Interact with parents and students in a professional and inviting manner.
• Professional communication with parents, students, and staff in Spanish and English, including written and verbal translation
• Be proactive about helping the school succeed in daily operations.
• Assist students and staff as necessary.
• Report Attendance.
• Input data.
• Participate in dismissal procedures at the end of after school activities, ensuring that each child leaves with the appropriate adult (parent or authorized adult for pickup).
• Assist with ACE after school duties as assigned.
• Embrace French, Spanish, and Chinese cultures by leading and participating in cultural activities for faculty and students.
• Commitment to environmentally sustainable business practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Faculty and Staff Development/Benefits: DCI is committed to the principles of servant leadership and to providing faculty and staff with the resources and training they need to provide an excellent education experience for every student and family.

• We have a benefits package that includes health and disability insurance and paid leave.
• We offer teachers daily planning time, professional development, and reasonable class sizes.
• Teachers and staff have the appropriate technology and support to do their work

DC International School is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural and multilingual environment.