Operations Specialist, Spark Academy - Lawrence Public Schools

Job description

BACKGROUND INFORMATION Spark Academy in Lawrence, MA, is an innovative public school, part of Lawrence Public Schools, dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where every student thrives. Recognized among the top 4% of schools in the state as a School of Recognition, Spark Academy pairs research-driven academics, a focus on movement, and a strong, values-based culture to meet the needs of our students. Behind every great school day is an operation that runs smoothly. The Operations Specialist keeps Spark's middle school humming: the front office, family communication, student records and logistics, and the dozens of details that let teachers teach and students learn. It is a fast, people-facing, highly organized role at the center of the building. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Run the front office and be a warm, organized first point of contact for students, families, and staff. - Communicate with families in both Spanish and English, by phone, in person, and in writing. - Keep student records, attendance, and enrollment information accurate and up to date. - Handle day-to-day logistics, scheduling, and supplies so the building runs smoothly. - Use school systems and software quickly and accurately, and process information fast. - Support school leaders on operations projects and other responsibilities as needed. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Fluent in Spanish and English; you will work directly with Spanish-speaking families. - Hyper-organized, efficient, and productive, with a positive, can-do attitude. - Comfortable with technology, and able to type and work quickly and accurately. - Solid with everyday, high-school-level math. - Evidence of hard work, reliability, and growing responsibility in past roles. LOGISTICS - Position type: Full-time - Location: Spark Academy, Lawrence, MA - Languages: Spanish and English required - Starting date: SY 26-27 JOB REQUIREMENTS - High school diploma required; a college degree is not required. - No prior school-operations experience required; the right person will be trained. - Citizenship, residency or work visa required. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.