Job Title: School Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: School Principal
Position Summary
Telesis Preparatory Academy is seeking a highly organized, dependable, and proactive School Operations Manager to support the day-to-day operational needs of the school. This role is responsible for coordinating a wide range of administrative, human resources, communications, event, wellness, and compliance-related functions that help ensure the school operates effectively and professionally.
As a small-school environment, Telesis values team members who are flexible, collaborative, and willing to contribute across multiple areas. The School Operations Manager will play a key role in supporting the Principal, staff, students, and families while helping maintain efficient systems, clear communication, and a positive school environment.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, service-minded, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily school operations, scheduling, communication, and office organization.
- Prepare correspondence, reports, meeting materials, and maintain confidential records.
- Assist with campus supervision, maintenance coordination, and operational workflows.
- Support HR functions including hiring, onboarding, employee records, substitute coordination, and compliance tracking.
- Manage school communications, newsletters, website/social media updates, and promotional materials.
- Coordinate school events, programs, and community engagement activities.
- Assist with wellness initiatives, student support programs, and operational compliance requirements.
- Provide general technology, software, and administrative support to staff and students.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in operations, administration, human resources support, communications, event coordination, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and common digital communication tools.
- Ability to work effectively with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a school, charter school, or educational setting.
- Familiarity with employee onboarding, personnel records, and HR support processes.
- Experience with school communications, newsletters, websites, and social media management.
- Familiarity with graphic design and content creation tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience supporting events, compliance documentation, and school operations.
Work Environment
This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys working in a collaborative school setting and thrives in a role that requires flexibility, initiative, and a strong service mindset. Because Telesis Preparatory Academy is a small organization, the School Operations Manager is expected to contribute across departments and play an important role in supporting the school’s daily success.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $51,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
