Thank you for your interest in a career at The Donoho School. Any organization is only as good as its people, and here at Donoho, we understand the value that passionate, lifelong learners can have in impacting young lives. Conveniently located near Interstate-20 between Atlanta and Birmingham, Anniston, Alabama, is ideally suited for family living and year-round recreational activities.
Middle School Administrative Assistant
The Donoho School is seeking a Middle School Administrative Assistant to serve as secretary and receptionist in the middle school. The individual should have the ability to perform various routine clerical duties including assisting students and parents with school related needs as well as greeting visitors. Must be computer knowledgeable, able to send and receive emails, and be proficient in GoogleDrive, Windows, Word, Excel, and similar software. Must be skilled in general filing, be organized, able to complete tasks in a timely manner, and be able to maintain daily and period attendance for middle school students using Admin Plus. Must be able to maintain check-in and check-out logs for students as well as other duties as assigned by the supervisor. The position hours required are 7:30 am to 3:35 pm, Monday through Friday.
This individual will assist with additional data entry for the Director of Admissions and the Director of Development. Knowledge of Admissions Plus and DonorPerfect programs is a plus but not required. Must be self-motivated, high attention to detail, organizational and time management skills, and utilize proper discretion and professionalism. With any data entry, you will be always expected to perform your tasks in an accurate manner. You will need to be highly concentrated on your work, always double check, and have good verbal and written communication skills.
The applicant should be skilled at preparing students to succeed in future high school level math courses and beyond, while having a proven track record of building relationships and creating a positive classroom culture with students of this age. The teacher must be a relationship builder, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be well trained in content knowledge and teaching strategies. While this immediate posting is for a middle school position, we seek to put people in the best positions for success at our School. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to lead and work as a team. A master’s degree is preferred and classroom teaching experience desired. Salary is commensurate with experience. Applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement math lessons based on required school standards.
- Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the school’s basic instructional philosophy and course standards.
- Develop student strength, confidence, and well-being by cultivating student awareness and ownership of personal performance.
- Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to provide an orderly and productive environment.
- Continually assess student progress and keep students and parents well informed.
- Work cooperatively with teachers within the department to support the planning and implementing of our math program.
- Attend all grade level and staff meetings and designated school functions outside of school hours.
- Work with other teachers to proactively address and resolve student issues.
- Participate in school-wide professional development and seek continual feedback and coaching to develop as a teacher.
- Perform necessary duties including but not limited to morning arrival, lunch, dismissal, and after-school responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher and mastery of core subject.
- Minimum 2-5 years’ experience preferred.
- Excellent facilitator with the ability to motivate, direct, and train people and collaborate and interact with others effectively and productively.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Commitment to excellence and ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment.
- Demonstrated experience in organizing, conceptualizing and prioritizing objectives.
- Adaptability in dealing with change, delays or unexpected events to ensure the general welfare of the school.
- Pass a criminal background check and drug test.
School Mission and Culture
The Donoho School empowers me to LEAD: live with honor, engage my passions, act with humility, and delight in wisdom.The Donoho School faculty and staff are encouraged to be active in the life of the school outside of the classroom. Frequent attendance at school events and activities helps strengthen our school community. Additional duty assignments such as student advisor, dance chaperone, Intersession sponsor/lead teacher, coaching, and/or club sponsorship help to build rapport with the Donoho community. Strong communication and relationship management with the student and family is expected by all faculty members. Faculty is responsible for appropriately modeling positive and productive conduct.
Applicants should submit the following to Sharon Burt, Assistant to the Head of School, at sburt@donohoschool.com:
- Resume and Cover Letter
- List of References
All interested applicants please contact
Sharon Burt (256)237-5477 ex. 4
Application requirements include a bachelor’s degree, outstanding communication skills and
the ability to lead and work as a team. A master’s degree is preferred and
classroom teaching experience desired. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Applicants should submit the following to Sharon Burt, Assistant to the Head of School, at sburt@donohoschool.com :
Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.
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At Donoho, academics are celebrated, imagination is embraced, and leadership is fostered in our college-bound students. Through our mission and core values, Donoho students, teachers, and parents are encouraged to Live with honor, Engage their passions, Act with humility, and Delight in wisdom.
