Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION, found here 

QUALIFICATIONS (for complete list, please consult the job description): 

• A passionate belief in LPA’s mission, values, and educational model
• Current authorization to work in the United States
• At least 2 years of previous experience as an office assistant (Work in a school, is preferred)
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn MS Office, Google Apps and SISK Infinite Campus 
• Satisfactory completion of a background check and Family Care and Safety check, demonstrating results that meet the guidelines for employment at Lafayette Preparatory Academy

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Days/Hours of work
  • Aligned to the “12-month employee” calendar
  • 7:30am - 4:00pm
• Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off/Vacation: 8 days sick leave, 10 vacation days/year + days as aligned with the calendar
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life available
  • Public Service Loan forgiveness eligible employer
  • Grant money for continuing education
  • Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Enrollment preference and free aftercare for Staff kids
• Retirement
  • Enrolled in the PSRSStl retirement plan
• Salary/Pay
  • Compensation is commensurate with experience ($34,000 - $42,000/year)
• Start Date- July 1, 2024 (could begin sooner)

TO APPLY: 

• Please submit the following materials. All materials (except the Employment Application) should be submitted to Mrs. Kristine Wentzien at hiring@lafayetteprep.org. In the subject line, please write “(Your Full Name), Office Assistant- Operations”.  
  • Complete Employment Application (link here) through Google Forms*
  • Updated resume
  • TWO Letters of reference*
    • one from a former supervisor
  • A response to the emails below

A parent sends the following email. How would you respond?

Dear (Your Name),
My child was charged $54 in drop-in fees for aftercare. This is to let you know we will not be paying our bill given that my child was only in aftercare for a short amount of time. I do not feel a $18/day fee is reasonable and therefore will not be paying.
Sincerely,
Parent A

A prospective parent sends the following email. How would you respond?

To Whom It May Concern:
We are interested in enrolling at Lafayette Preparatory Academy for next school year. What is the process for enrolling? Additionally, I would like to learn more about your curriculum.
Sincerely,
Prospective Parent

A parent sends the following email. How would you respond?

(Your Name),
Please have Dr. Ranney call me immediately.