Middle School Administrative & School Communications Assistant

Newton Country Day is an independent, Sacred Heart school for girls in grades 5-12. Educating women of Courage and Confidence since 1880

Position: Middle School Administrative & School Communications Assistant

Location: Newton Country Day School, 785 Centre St. Newton, MA

Schedule: Full-time, year-round, 7am - 3pm, some night and evening events required

Position Summary

Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart seeks a dynamic, organized, detail-oriented, flexible multi-tasker for a dual reporting role: 1) to manage the bustling Middle School Office, and 2) an assistant for the digital aspects of the busy and fast-paced Marketing and Communications Department.

• Middle School Administrative Assistant: This role assists the Middle School Division Head in maintaining the daily functions of the academic day and school year through administrative and operational support. The Administrative Assistant serves as the primary front office point of contact for students (primarily ages 10-14), faculty, and parents.
• School Communications: This role assists in executing the school’s digital presence through website content management and email communication production that supports Admissions, Advancement, and community engagement.

The ideal candidate is a clear communicator who is comfortable supporting the School community. The candidate works nimbly and independently, employs common sense, writes effectively, streamlines processes, and troubleshoots. The candidate must practice confidentiality, respect, and appropriate relationships, and bring a good sense of humor, joy, and warmth. This person will support, promote, and execute the goals of both the Middle School and Marketing and Communications Department with collaborative spirit, dynamic energy, and a commitment to excellence.

• Clear communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and nimbly
• Employ common sense and problem-solving skills
• Write effectively and streamline processes
• Practice confidentiality, respect, and appropriate relationships
• Bring a good sense of humor, joy, and warmth