- Location
- Success Academy Charter Schools
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Department
- School Management
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.
We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join Success Academy, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching their potential.
We are seeking a polished, highly organized, and personable Executive Assistant to support our Executive, School Management. This onsite role is based in New York City and requires five days per week in the office.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to provide thoughtful, high-quality support to a senior executive. The ideal candidate is proactive, flexible, professional, and comfortable managing a variety of priorities throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day calendar management and administrative support aligned with the Executive, School Management's priorities
Coordinate meetings, scheduling, and calendar changes across multiple stakeholders
Anticipate scheduling needs and proactively resolve conflicts
Help manage shifting priorities and time-sensitive requests
Communicate professionally and confidently with internal and external stakeholders
Maintain a high level of discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive information
Support meeting preparation, follow-ups, and other administrative needs
Assist with special projects and additional executive support needs as they arise
Build strong working relationships across teams and help ensure seamless day-to-day execution Schedule and Availability This is a five-day-per-week onsite position in New York City. The role generally follows the needs and schedule of the Executive, School Management, so some flexibility may be required depending on meetings, events, and changing priorities. The ideal candidate is adaptable and comfortable adjusting their schedule when business needs arise.
Qualifications
Entry-level candidates with strong internship, administrative, or professional office experience, as well as experienced Executive Assistants, are encouraged to apply
Ability to work onsite five days per week in New York City
Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Polished, professional, and confident interacting with a variety of stakeholders
Personable, outgoing, and comfortable building relationships across teams
Proactive and able to anticipate needs
Flexible and adaptable when priorities or schedules change
Strong judgment and discretion
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Familiarity with calendar management and Google Workspace is preferred Why You'll Love This Role
Opportunity to work closely with a senior leader at Success Academy
High-visibility role with meaningful responsibility and exposure across the organization
Opportunity to build executive support and operational experience
Collaborative, energetic, and mission-driven work environment
Potential opportunity to convert to a permanent position
Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.
