Assistant Program Coordinator - LeAp NYC

LeAp NYC: Program Director Assistant
POSITION FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE
Position: Assistant Program Coordinator

Hours:

• Summer: 9:30am – 1:00pm (July 8 – August 30; 5 days a week)
• School Year: 1:30pm – 5:30pm (Starting September 2; 4 days a week)

Organization: LeAp is a non-profit educational organization that places teaching artists into the New York City public school system to teach academic subjects through the arts. LeAp offers a wide range of programs that incorporate visual arts, music, dance, and theater into the academic curriculum. LeAp is a driven, lively, fast-paced, friendly, and casual office environment.
We are seeking a very energetic, compassionate, computer and excel proficient individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills for one of our afterschool sites. This individual MUST be bilingual in English and Spanish. Experience with the DYCD and DOE a plus.
Reporting to the Site Coordinator, this position ensures that office duties are handled in a timely and effective manner.
Responsibilities include assisting with data entry and attendance monitoring, keeping site records up-to-date, corresponding with parents and students via phone and email, and performing other supportive tasks and duties as assigned.
Ideal candidates will possess the following skills:

• Communication: Comfortable addressing a variety of audiences with a knowledgeable and friendly demeanor in person, over the phone, and via email.

• Organization: Able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines at a time.

• Team-player: A flexible "roll-up your sleeves" attitude and a willingness to support others as new projects arise.

• Customer Service: Create a positive experience for the school, teachers, and parents especially when resolving conflicts.

• Problem-solving: Approach challenges in creative ways and find thoughtful solutions to problems.

• Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook) and Google Apps required.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter with the subject line Program Director Assistant to hr@leapnyc.org. Please no phone calls.