Job Description

At West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science, our goal is clear; to create an environment where children advance in learning because they learn through discovery.

About Wmaes

Wonder what it would be like to go snowshoeing through a maple forest? Or what it may be like to cook fresh homemade pizza in a mud oven? Students at WMAES don't wonder they know! We give our students 62-acres of an outdoor classroom to expand their love of learning. Working gardens, nature trails, forests, wetlands and prairies are all available for students to explore. WMAES students transition from desks to dirt, creating an environment for all students to learn.

Our students reap the additional benefits of programs and practices such as: STEAM programming, character education, accelerated learning, differentiated instruction and positive school culture all hallmarks of an effective charter school education.

#EnviroKids are creating a better tomorrow.

Why West Michigan??

Our Mission

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science strives to provide an environment that will foster creativity, promote academic achievement, and develop sound character and citizenship principles emphasizing responsibility to the environment and society, while maintaining and improving each child's self-esteem and self-concept.

Qualities Of a Successful Candidate

• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students, staff, and the school.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and community members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment.
  
  

As the Office Assistant Substitute (As Needed), your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs secretarial and administrative support functions
• Follows office policies.
• Learns and maintains effective office operations and procedures.
• Manages office operations and office coverage during open hours.
• Demonstrates positive customer service and community relations at all times with all people.
• Processes enrollment procedures for all students.
• Prepares all required reports and maintains all appropriate records.
• Maintains a log of visitors to the Academy.
• Serves as the School Leader's frontline representative.
• Enters attendance, processes tardies, and maintains information in PowerSchool.
• Answers phones in a professional manner.
• Monitors security at the front entrance for all visitors.
• Works collaboratively with staff and communicates clearly and efficiently.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates.
  
  

For the full job description, please email humanresources@choiceschools.com

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.
• Computer skills in data processing, spreadsheets, databases and research.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Michigan driver's license.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Associates degree or above preferred.
• Experience in a school setting with school-age children.
• Knowledge of and skills working with students and families of all backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written expression.
• Ability to positively communicate with students, staff and parents.
• Reputation of self-control and sound interpersonal skills.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Solid record of punctuality.
  
  

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

4463 Leonard St. NW

Walker, MI 49534

Phone: 616-791-7454

Website:

TO JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM

To apply, please visit: Once on this website, if applying from a computer the start of the application is to the right of your screen under "Apply Now". If on your mobile device, please scroll to the bottom of the job posting to view the first step of the application under "Apply Now".

Please contact Jackson Carmoney, Human Resources Generalist, directly with questions at jacksoncarmoney@choiceschools.com

Choice Schools is a team of educators, literacy specialists, student advocates and many other professions, but first and foremost, we are parents, moms, dads, guardians, grandparents, aunts and uncles who love kids. As a nationally accredited and regionally recognized full-service education service provider, student learning is our organization's mission. We provide a student-focused approach to customized school operations support, including instruction, finance, compliance, communications, human resources, enrollment, curriculum and professional development. Our student-centric philosophy drives us to the path to greatness, allowing everyone - students, staff, teachers, board members and stakeholders to thrive. After more than 20 years of serving diverse models of schools, Choice is committed to being Michigan's most trusted education service provider with the highest-performing schools.

Choice is an Education Service Provider for charter schools in Michigan and is the employer. Please visit for more information. EEOC

Job Tags

Full time, Outdoor,

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