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School Office Manager/Registrar

Young World Physical Education, Essex Junction, VT, United States


Thomas Fleming School - Essex Junction, Vermont

School Office Manager/Registrar
Job Details
Job ID:

5648151
Application Deadline:

May 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted:

Apr 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:

Immediately
Position Type:

Full-Time 12 Month
Salary:

$25.01 to $26.41 per hour

Job Description
Essex Westford School District (EWSD)

is seeking an exceptional Office Manager/Registrar to join the team at

Thomas Fleming Elementary School . This high-impact role is ideal for a skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced school environment and understands that the front office is central to both daily operations and the overall school climate. Acting as a key partner to the Principal, the Office Manager delivers comprehensive administrative support, including oversight of office operations, coordination of daily school functions, and management of registrar and reporting responsibilities.

The position is a full-time, year-round with a start date as soon as possible, and no later than July 1, 2026.

What you’ll do

Respond to questions, solve problems, and help ensure strong communication across the school community

Serve as a key administrative partner to the Principal, supporting effective school operations, clear communication, and timely follow-through on priorities

Provide a welcoming, professional front office presence as the primary point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors

Oversee and maintain office systems, communications, records, and workflows with a high level of accuracy and discretion

Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment by building positive relationships across the school community

Manage student information processes including but not limited to: registration, attendance, enrollment, and records in alignment with district requirements

Support hourly staff with electronic timekeeping and absence management systems

Assist with purchasing activities and related budget processes

Address questions, troubleshoot issues, and promote clear, consistent communication throughout the school community

The person who will thrive in this role

Enjoys working at the center of a fast-paced, people-oriented environment

Demonstrates warmth, professionalism, and a strong customer service mindset in all interactions

Communicates effectively across multiple platforms, including newsletters, websites, event materials, and other communications

Manages competing priorities with strong organizational skills while remaining composed under pressure

Exhibits exceptional attention to detail and consistently follows through on responsibilities

Values both efficient operations and meaningful relationships within a school community

Works well independently while also collaborating effectively with a wide range of people

Takes pride in developing systems and experiences that ensure others feel supported, informed, and welcomed

EWSD offers excellent benefits including generous paid time off, medical, and dental insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement plan with up to 6% employer contribution.

Our district vision is: "Growing hearts and minds, for a better today and tomorrow: every day, every way, every one."

EWSD is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse community populations and are expected to strengthen such capacity if hired. Candidates with experience living or working in another country, the ability to fluently speak more than one language, and/or peace corps experience are encouraged to apply.

EWSD conducts thorough screenings of all applicants being recommended for hire, which may include contacting references not listed on your application. Selected individuals are subject to criminal records background checks and child and adult abuse registry checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon acceptable results of these checks at the sole discretion of the Superintendent or his/her designee. Please click here for additional background check information.

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply

High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary coursework in office administration or related field preferred

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a school or office setting, preferably in a coordinating or administrative support role

Proficient technology skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and database systems

Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a school environment

Demonstrated discretion and ability to handle confidential information

Knowledge of school operations is preferred

Bookkeeping/accounting experience and/or training also preferred

Job Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

Natasha Wheel , Executive Assistant, District Operations

District Wide

Phone: 8028577051

Email: nwheel@ewsd.org

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