Community Leadership Academy (CLA)
Location: Commerce City, Colorado
Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Full-time | 217 compensated days annually | 8 hours per day
Start Date: Immediate or upon availability
Community Leadership Academy (CLA) is seeking a highly organized, dependable, and bilingual (English/Spanish) Elementary School Front Office Manager to join our team!
As the first point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors, you will play an essential role in creating a welcoming, professional, and efficient school environment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, excels at multitasking, and takes pride in keeping daily operations running smoothly.
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced school environment and is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of students and families.
Compensation & Benefits-
Competitive Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Colorado PERA retirement plan
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Paid holidays and personal time off
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Supportive, collaborative school community
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students and families
Work Schedule: 217 compensated days annually, consisting of 191 school-year days, 10 pre-service days, 5 post-service days, and 11 paid holidays. Eight-hour workdays.
Key ResponsibilitiesFront Office Management & Daily Operations-
Serve as the welcoming first point of contact for students, parents, visitors, and staff.
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Oversee daily front office operations, ensuring an organized, professional, and welcoming environment.
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Answer incoming phone calls, respond to inquiries, and direct communications appropriately.
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Manage visitor check-in procedures, identification badges, and school security protocols.
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Maintain accurate student attendance, enrollment records, and administrative documentation.
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Coordinate office schedules, school calendars, correspondence, and daily communications.
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Assist students referred to the office for illness, behavioral concerns, or other needs.
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Promptly communicate student health, safety, or welfare concerns to school administration.
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Process student registrations, transfers, withdrawals, and enrollment documentation.
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Maintain accurate and confidential student records using PowerSchool and other school systems.
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Prepare reports, letters, notifications, and other administrative documents.
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Ensure compliance with school policies, confidentiality requirements, and applicable regulations.
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Assist with coordinating daily student transportation services.
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Communicate transportation updates with families, bus drivers, and administrators.
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Maintain accurate bus rosters, schedules, and transportation records.
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Assist with planning and coordinating school events, including back-to-school night, book fairs, school pictures, and continuation ceremonies.
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Support school-year preparation, opening procedures, and end-of-year administrative activities.
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Maintain schoolwide calendars and assist with staff communications.
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Monitor office supply inventory and coordinate purchasing requests.
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Provide administrative support to school leadership and staff as needed.
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Identify and escalate urgent operational or safety concerns promptly.
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Serve as the designated backup for the school nurse during scheduled lunch coverage.
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Follow established student health procedures, emergency protocols, and authorized delegation plans.
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Maintain student confidentiality and communicate health concerns to appropriate personnel.
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Obtain or maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
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Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
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Familiarity with student information systems, preferably PowerSchool.
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Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.
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Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
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Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
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Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification upon hire if not currently certified.
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Comfortable supporting student health needs in accordance with established school procedures.
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Previous experience working in a school front office, administrative office, or similar setting.
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Experience with student enrollment, attendance tracking, and records management.
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Experience using PowerSchool or comparable student information systems.
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Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm in a busy environment.
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Experience communicating with families from diverse backgrounds.
Community Leadership Academy (CLA) and Victory Preparatory Academy (VPA) are high-performing public charter schools located in Commerce City, Colorado, serving students from preschool through 12th grade.
Our schools are committed to academic excellence, strong character development, and providing a supportive learning environment where every student can succeed.
What Makes CLA Special?
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A welcoming, close-knit school community
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Dedicated teachers, administrators, and support staff
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A strong commitment to student achievement and family engagement
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An opportunity to contribute directly to the success of students and the school
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Convenient location just 15 minutes north of downtown Denver
At CLA, every team member plays an important role in our students' success. If you are passionate about education, enjoy helping others, and want to be part of a school community that values excellence, we encourage you to apply!
How to ApplyReady to make a difference? Join the Community Leadership Academy team!
Apply Online:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=59DD5083D1A1CAAE27025E82A74CBF56
Or Email Your Resume To:
[email protected]
Learn More About CLA:
https://www.clacharter.org
Watch Our School Story:
https://vimeo.com/user180529519/exceedingexpectations
Community Leadership Academy looks forward to welcoming a dedicated, bilingual professional to our team!
Skills Required
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Familiarity with student information systems, preferably PowerSchool
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining professionalism and accuracy
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
- Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification upon hire if not currently certified
- Comfort supporting student health needs according to established procedures
- Previous experience in a school front office, administrative office, or similar setting
- Experience with student enrollment, attendance tracking, and records management
- Experience using PowerSchool or comparable student information systems
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm in a busy environment
- Experience communicating with families from diverse backgrounds
What We Do
Community Leadership Academy (CLA) is a public charter school located in Commerce City, Colorado, serving students from pre-school through 12th grade. Dedicated to expanding educational choices in the Adams 14 School District, CLA is built on equity and excellence, having maintained a top state performance rating for over a decade to support student success.






