The Leona Group

Community Liaison / Office Assistant

DETROIT, MIPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from The Leona Group

  • Job overview

    The Community Liaison / Office Assistant at The Leona Group supports school administrative functions and manages community outreach to enhance student programs.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves assisting the business manager, managing community outreach programs, organizing parent meetings, handling student and staff attendance records, maintaining office procedures, supporting enrollment, managing communications, and ensuring confidentiality and professionalism in all tasks.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a high school diploma, ability to maintain professional relationships, organize work to meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments; experience with youth programs or school activities is preferred.

Company overview

The Leona Group is a for-profit educational management organization that operates charter schools across several states in the U.S. Founded in 1996 by Dr. William Coats, the company focuses on providing quality education to underserved communities. They generate revenue primarily through public funding allocated to charter schools based on student enrollment. The Leona Group has a history of emphasizing innovative teaching methods and personalized learning plans to improve student outcomes.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to emphasize your experience or interest in community outreach and working collaboratively with school administration, highlighting any involvement with youth programs or school activities.

  • Showcase your strong communication skills, both oral and written, and your ability to interact professionally with students, parents, staff, and community members as these are essential for the role.

  • Apply through multiple channels including The Leona Group's corporate career page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of visibility and consideration.

  • Connect with current employees in The Leona Group’s administration or community outreach divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting their community initiatives or asking about how they foster community relationships within the school.

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