Front Office Associate

Schedule 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m (evenings/weekends as needed for events) Salary $45,000-$67,500 What is the opportunity? As the Front Office Associate, you will be the face of the school and a key partner in creating an exceptional experience for scholars, families, staff, and visitors. In this role, you will manage front office operations, oversee attendance systems, support family communication, and help ensure the campus runs smoothly each day. Working closely with the Campus Operations Associate, you will play a critical role in building strong relationships, maintaining organized systems, and creating a welcoming environment where every family feels informed, supported, and connected to our school community. This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organized, service-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting scholar success through operational excellence. What is in it for you? Merit-based pay increases annually Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans Tax-deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac Regular strategic professional development and coaching Career advancement opportunities Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile Windows-based laptop Regular team-building activities and outings 10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually 30 paid holiday observances A rewarding career that positively impacts the lives of our amazing students What will you be doing? Serve as a primary point of contact for families, scholars, staff, and visitors, creating a welcoming and professional front office experience. Manage daily attendance processes, including attendance verification, updates, corrections, and documentation within Alma SIS. Respond to family inquiries and requests in a timely, professional, and customer-focused manner. Support visitor management, scholar sign-ins and dismissals, and front office operations throughout the school day. Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential student records and attendance documentation. Assist with enrollment, onboarding, records collection, filing, and administrative processes. Coordinate communication between families, staff, and school leadership to ensure information is shared effectively. Distribute school communications, reminders, forms, and announcements to families and stakeholders. Support attendance intervention efforts by tracking attendance trends and escalating concerns as appropriate. Prepare reports, maintain office systems, and ensure operational documentation remains organized and audit-ready. Assist with operational planning and execution for school events, including parent conferences, testing days, enrollment events, and school celebrations. Operate office equipment and provide general administrative support to ensure efficient daily campus operations. Maintain professionalism, responsiveness, and confidentiality in all interactions while supporting Foundation Academies' commitment to exceptional family service. What do we require from you? High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred. 1–3 years of experience in administrative support, customer service, school operations, or front office roles preferred. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional customer service and building positive relationships with families, scholars, and staff. Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and composure in a fast-paced school environment. Experience handling confidential information with a high level of accuracy and integrity. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and documentation. Proficiency with Micro