Administrative Assistant - Education - Sylvan Learning

GENERAL SUMMARY Sylvan Learning Center is hiring an administrative assistant with an interest in helping to create a positive personal learning experience for students. This position can be part time or full time depending on need and qualifications. This position will have a starting pay rate between $17 and $20 per hour, depending on experience. Essential Job Functions: The position will aid the Center Director in scheduling appointments, scheduling students and teachers, all reception functions and administrative services along with supporting student activities. Additionally, the position will aid in overall center operations from maintaining confidential student records, ordering learning materials and supplies, and ensuring consistent professionalism and positive impressions of Sylvan Learning. An interest in working in education and with children is a must. This position is open to development and advancement based on performance and proficiency.  Qualifications: * Enthusiastic, welcoming demeanor and professional customer service skills * Confidence in answering phones and speaking with parents * Ability to multi task and work in high energy environment * Desire to learn and develop skills, receive feedback * Ability to produce consistent and accurate work to ensure high quality service * Ability to adapt when needed and handle tasks as assigned - independence and initiative * Interest in training to become a tutor or teacher a plus This position has the opportunity to be changed and designed around skills, experience and professional goals. If you're looking for a positive work environment supporting children and making a difference, this is the right fit for you.