Administrative Assistant

Concord Academy, an independent middle and high school serving students with learning differences, is seeking a warm, organized, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our small, close-knit team. This role is central to daily school operations, serving as a welcoming first point of contact for students, families, and visitors while supporting front office, financial, fundraising, and facilities functions.

• Serve as the friendly face and voice of the school, greeting visitors, answering calls, and managing front office operations
• Support students and coordinate with school leadership on day-to-day student needs
• Answer inquiries from current and prospective families, directing them to the right resources
• Handle routine financial tasks, including processing tuition and fee payments and preparing invoices for approval
• Help coordinate facilities needs and serve as a point of contact for vendors and service providers
• Support fundraising efforts, including donor records, correspondence, and event logistics

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-2 years of administrative experience; experience handling payments or basic bookkeeping a plus
• Experience in a school setting or working with students and families preferred
• Comfort learning new software, including student information system, tuition/fee management, along with Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and excellent communication with a diverse range of people
• A patient, service-oriented approach and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Founded in 1983 and accredited by SAIS, Concord Academy serves approximately 60-65 neurodiverse students in grades 6-12, supported by a dedicated faculty and staff of 18.