Administrative Assistant

WHO WE ARE

Slingerland® Literacy Institute seeks to transform education by training and empowering educators across the United States. Slingerland has been on the leading edge of comprehensive, multi-sensory, structured literacy instruction for over 60 years. Slingerland® Literacy Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

WHAT WE DO

Slingerland® Literacy Institute trains educators of all kinds—classroom and resource teachers, interventionists, tutors, and parents—so all students can learn. Slingerland® Literacy Institute trains educators of all kinds.

Slingerland offers many options for educators who need:

• Targeted areas of literacy/language training (Short classes)
• Training that is more integrated in scope (Basics classes)
• Comprehensive training of skills, research, and barriers to learning (Comprehensive classes)
• Pathway to Slingerland Teacher Certification or Instructor of Teachers (Slingerland trainer)

The central function of Slingerland’s Front Office is to support our instructors through planning classes, ensuring logistics, maintaining vital records, and ensuring clear lines of communications.

As demand for our classes continues to increase, we are adding Front Office staff to ensure we offer the same high-quality training in-person and online.

WHO YOU ARE

• You are collaborative, flexible, and possess a sense of humor.
• You communicate clearly and precisely in both writing and speech.
• You are highly organized and attentive to detail.
• You recognize the importance of and enjoy keeping accurate data and up-to-date reports.
• You are not afraid to ask questions.
• You enjoy building and maintaining relationships across a diverse range of constituencies.
• You are self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• You maintain confidentiality and work with tact and diplomacy.
• You enjoy working on a team toward a common goal.
• You are interested in learning new skills and growing your role with the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Slingerland® Literacy Institute is seeking part-time Front Office administrative staff. Responsibilities include:

• Performing clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, and organizing documents
• Coordinating projects and managing schedules
• Assisting with order entry and processing
• Handle incoming calls and emails, responding or redirecting as necessary
• Utilize Google Suite for various office tasks
• Support office management in daily operations

Our Front Office is virtual. However, some meetings must be held in person in Roanoke, VA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years experience and/or training in clerical/administrative work, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities, work under pressure, and navigate complex situations effectively while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems related to the defined project goals.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks.
• Working knowledge with various computer applications including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Suite, QuickBooks Online, and web-based programs.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with diverse groups of people.

On the job training included.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $41,600.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Experience:

• Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Roanoke, VA 24015 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Roanoke, VA 24015