| Location | McLean, Virginia |
Looking to be part of a growing, successful childcare center? The T.E.A. Center, a leading private school in the McLean area, is seeking a friendly, organized, and professional Office Manager to support daily office operations and create a welcoming experience for students, families, and visitors.
This role combines administrative support, front desk management, prospective family engagement, school tours, and enrollment assistance. The ideal candidate is a people person who enjoys interacting with families, presenting our school professionally, and helping our center grow.
Prior experience in a school, childcare center, customer service, or administrative setting is a plus.
Front Desk & Office Management
Welcome and greet students, parents, prospective families, vendors, and visitors.
Answer incoming phone calls, respond to emails, and handle general inquiries.
Serve as the first point of contact at the front desk, providing friendly and professional assistance.
Maintain organized office records, correspondence, schedules, and administrative documents.
Prepare memos, reports, and other office communications.
Assist with daily school operations and communicate important information to the appropriate team members.
School Tours & Family Engagement
Conduct school tours for prospective families, showcasing classrooms, facilities, programs, and the school's learning environment.
Explain school programs, enrollment procedures, and available services to interested parents.
Respond to inquiries from prospective families and follow up with leads to encourage enrollment.
Assist with open houses, information sessions, and school promotional events.
Maintain a professional, welcoming experience for every family visiting the center.
Enrollment, Events & Marketing Support
Assist with enrollment documentation, application follow-ups, and maintaining prospective family records.
Support event coordination, onsite promotional activities, and community outreach.
Coordinate onsite enrichment classes and assist with scheduling.
Support online marketing campaigns and school-related promotional initiatives as needed.
Help maintain positive relationships with current families and the surrounding community.
Student Safety & Team Support
Help monitor students and visitors in accordance with assigned responsibilities and school safety procedures.
Follow school policies and applicable county and state requirements.
Participate in regular staff meetings and assist with in-service training as needed.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other team members to support smooth daily operations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Friendly, outgoing, and confident when interacting with parents and prospective families.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a busy school environment.
Professional presentation and a positive, welcoming demeanor.
Comfortable conducting school tours and discussing programs with prospective families.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with email, scheduling, and office applications.
Previous experience in office administration, reception, sales, customer service, school tours, or childcare is an advantage.
A valid driver's license and clean driving record, if required for assigned duties.
Part-time position.
Flexible scheduling between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, based on operational needs.
Schedule flexibility and punctuality are important.
Eligible employees may receive:
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement benefits.
Bonus program opportunities.
Paid time off and flexible work hours.
Comprehensive ongoing career training.
Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Access to vendor and community partnership benefits.
A positive, energetic, and supportive working environment.
If you enjoy helping families, creating a welcoming first impression, and supporting the daily operations of a growing school, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume. A cover letter highlighting your relevant experience is a plus.
Join The T.E.A. Center and make a difference in the lives of children and families every day.