Full-time Executive Assistant Jobs in Action Day Schools San Jose, CA

For 55 years, Action Day Schools have proven to be steadfast leaders in the Bay Area's childcare and education industry. We pride ourselves on providing each child with quality care rooted in dedication and enthusiasm for their individual growth and development. We recognize the essential foundation of any school is its staff. To accommodate our thriving centers, we are seeking an Executive Assistant to the President to join our growing team!

Qualifications

• The position of Executive Assistant to our President will be based out of the Action Day Schools Corporate office in San Jose. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual to takes initiative and has excellent judgment while balancing multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant should have the ability to work independently on projects from conception to completion, work with poise under pressure, and handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion. 
• Working closely alongside our President, the general responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Partnering with the President on all upcoming projects
• Conception to completion project management
• Calendar and meeting management for the President
• Correspondence with internal leaders and external contacts on her behalf
• Event planning and coordination
• Other miscellaneous responsibilities in the office
• Compensation: $70-80,000/yr. depending on individual experience, education and position requirements.

Requirements

• Our ideal candidate will have:
• B.A. in Business Administration, Child Development, or other related fields
• At least 5-8 years of experience
• The ability to anticipate needs and respond quickly to last-minute changes with the best interest of the business in mind
• A reliable, strong work ethic with a go-getter attitude!
• Strong writing skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and the ability to take initiative
• Experience in Early Childhood Education is a plus!

Benefits for full-time employees working 30+hrs/wk include:

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay- including a paid holiday closure from Dec. 24- Jan 1st. 
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K