Temporary Summer IT Assistant

Princeton Day School is seeking a Temporary Summer Assistant to work in our Information Technology (IT) department.

This is a temporary 3-month non-exempt (hourly) position beginning on June 15, 2026 through September 4, 2026. This position will work 4 days a week in our office located in Princeton, NJ; Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 4:00pm, approximately 30 hours weekly. Hours may otherwise vary depending on project needs.

Work will involve computers, iPads, etc. Familiarity and comfort with technology are preferred, but a high level of technical expertise is not necessary. This role will play a critical part in ensuring that our students and faculty are ready for the next academic year beginning in September.

For this position, the ideal candidate is expected to:

• Remain focused on repetitive tasks (follow a checklist)
• Meticulously follow instructions (written and verbal) while avoiding distractions
• Be highly organized
• Be competent with spreadsheets, preferably Google Sheets
• Be reliable and dependable, show pride and ownership in projects
• Suggest improvements in processes and discuss with supervisor
• Be able to accurately enter data
• Be able and willing to lift and move boxes, computers, peripherals, etc. which can weigh up to 30 pounds
• File paper documents
• Attend and contribute to project meetings
• Interact with people in a friendly manner and answer questions related to your work

Qualifications and Personal Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is a must
• Comfortable with computers and iPads
• Some experience with iPad iOS
• Trustworthy and comfortable with sensitive information
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Work on assigned tasks with very limited supervision and know when to ask for help
• General troubleshooting ability

Compensation: $25.00 an hour (this role is not eligible for benefits)

At Princeton Day School, offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package is one way we recognize our employee's contribution to the success of the school and our role in helping our employees and their families be healthy, feel secure and maintain work/life balance. Full-time and part-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for PDS' competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous 403(b) match, paid time off, and many other valuable benefits.

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

Qualified candidates should submit the following to be considered:

• Resume
• Cover Letter