Office Assistant for Early Childcare Center

Office Assistant for Early Childcare Center Location Port Washington, NY :

About Us:

Port Washington Children's Center is a leading childcare provider dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of young children in the Port Washington community. We offer a stimulating and supportive environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. As an organization, we are committed to excellence in early childhood education and providing a safe, inclusive, and enriching experience for all children in our care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist visitors, parents, students, and staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and troubleshoot basic information.
• Maintain a clean and organized office environment.
• Assist with filing, data entry, and record-keeping tasks related to student, staff records, and NYS OCFS licensing documents using FAMS.
• Assist in coordinating events and activities.
• Handle basic administrative tasks as assigned by Administrators.
• Support classroom teachers on an as-needed basis for additional coverage and/or lunch breaks.
• Maintain confidentiality within the office and administration team.
• Serve as a point of contact for various departments; Early Childhood, School Age, and Camps and provide information when needed to Faculty, Staff, and Administrators.
• Assist and organize transportation during summer months for two camps.

Qualifications:

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Prior experience in an Early Childhood Center setting administrative or office support role required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively with strong time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other computer applications.
• Experience with FAMS or similar record-keeping software is a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be flexible with work schedule with the ability to work 10:30-6:30 Monday-Friday.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21-$23 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching (60 days after hire)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday - 10:30-6:30pm availability
• Work setting:
• In-person

Work Location: In person

At Port Washington Children's Center, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our community. Come join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families!