Montessori Mandarin Administrative Assistant

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.     LePort Montessori provides students and families with an authentic Montessori educational experience facilitated by passionate Montessori educators who guide students in meaningful work within a beautifully prepared environment. We cultivate an atmosphere of joyful learning and continuous growth for both our students and teachers, offering opportunities to grow professionally within a supportive community.    We are more than a school—we are a community. Our goal is to uplift each other, work together, and implement the educational philosophy pioneered by Maria Montessori over 100 years ago. We believe in a holistic approach to Montessori education, combining academics, practical life, sensorial experiences, and mixed-age groups. Our culture is one of care, grace, courtesy and respect.    About the Position  Are you an organized, positive, and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and interacting with families? This year-round, full-time position is essential to the smooth functioning of our school. You will support the Head of School and school operations, acting as the face and voice of LePort Montessori. You’ll also assist in maintaining a welcoming environment and contribute to classroom success by providing support when needed. Position Details Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00am-6:00pm Location: 3935 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92606 Pay Range: $22-$24 per hour Employment Type: Year-round, Full-Time (12 months) What We Offer We offer a positive work culture and supportive school environment, along with: Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) with company match Paid time off Employee tuition discount Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for professional growth Key Responsibilities School Operations & Office Support (Approx. 50%) Greet students, families, and visitors; answer incoming calls with professionalism and warmth Assist with enrollment processes, including paperwork, email responses, and system setup Maintain accurate and legally compliant student records Support with tuition collection and data entry Run weekly operational reports and input financial data (e.g., invoices, purchase card receipts) into systems like NetSuite Assist with orientation of new employees Provide care for students sent to the office for minor ailments Maintain a proactive and positive relationship with parents and staff Classroom Support (Approx. 50%) Provide in-classroom coverage for teaching staff during breaks, absences, or shift changes About You We are looking for someone who is: Professional, warm, and effective in verbal and written communication Able to collaborate with a team while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and trust Passionate about working with children and supporting a school community Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required At least 18 years old 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units required Bilingual (Mandarin) required Prior experience in a Montessori environment is preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email, and internet usage Must successfully pass all background checks and meet state licensing requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Created: 2025-12-05