Special Education Administrative Assistant - Colorado Connections Academy

School Summary

Colorado Connections Academy (ColoCA) schools are tuition-free, online public schools serving students throughout the state. Colorado Connections Academy @ 27J, Colorado Summit Connections Academy as well as ColoCA @ Durango, serves students in grades K-12 statewide, is operated by the School Distrct 27J, Education ReEnvisioned BOCES and  Durango Public Schools through a contract with Connections Education, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Cognia.

Position Summary

Working from our office in Englewood, Colorado, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for daily administrative tasks of the school such as answering phones and email, receiving visitors, assisting the principal and teachers with administrative tasks, filing and other duties as assigned.  

Responsibilities

• Entering data into the online student information system;
• Generating reports;
• Answering the phones;
• Scheduling appointments; 
• Speak with Parents and Students;
• Assist school Principal with a wide variety of daily responsibilities; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and web-based applications is essential 
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
• Good interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Customer focused approach
• High degree of flexibility                       
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced team environment
• Must report to the Englewood, CO office

Note: The anticipated starting rate for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $17.00 per hour. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits. 

Colorado Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.