Astar Education Institute, a Manassas, Virginia based nonprofit which offers ESL classes and places domestic and international students in American high schools and universities through the State Department's rapidly growing F-1 Visa Program, is seeking a new Administrative Assistant. This is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable work experience and training that will look great on a resume and can be taken with you to any career. Get your foot in the door with Astar now and start making your way towards your dream career today!
Under the direct supervision of the program manager, the incumbent shall:
-Answer & transfer phone calls on a multi-line system & take messages as necessary
-Greet visitors and provide basic tours of the school.
-Assist teachers with all paperwork for each new session of classes
-Maintain detailed records of communications, results, inquiries, etc.
-Answer basic questions about all programs including class times and prices
-Track student tuition payments, ensure students pay on time and provide receipts for all payments.
-Maintain student files and all records of student work from classes
-Handle textbook sales & inventory.
-Provide back up assistance to program coordinators as needed
-Perform general office functions, as needed
Qualifications:
-Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize urgent tasks
-Ability to work independently and problem solve under minimum supervision
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-At least 2 years of office experience
-Associate degree or higher from accredited school
*TESOL, TEFL, or TESL Certificate (or other similar certificate) is a plus but not required
-Chinese language is a plus
-Maketing experience is a plus
This is a full time position from 9AM - 5:30 PM on Monday - Friday.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25,000.00 /year
Job Location:
Manassas, VA
Required education:
Associate
Required experience:
Administrative Support: 2 years