Assistant to the Upper SchoolRobert M. Beren Academy | Houston, TX | Full-time, in person | Start date: [asap]Reports to: Upper School Principal About Robert M. Beren AcademyRobert M. Beren Academy is a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school in Houston, Texas. We provide an integrated Orthodox Jewish and college preparatory education. Position SummaryThe Assistant to the Upper School supports the Middle and High School principal in running the division smoothly for students, faculty, and families. The role combines front-office management with calendar coordination, event support, and student supervision, and serves as a key point of contact when the principal is unavailable. Key Responsibilities- Take attendance for Middle and High School students; support late arrivals.- Staff the office phone and front desk at start and end of the school day.- Check students in/out for lunch and off-campus departures; track absences/appointments.- Manage the Middle and High School master calendars and the bar/bat mitzvah calendar on ParentLocker.- Coordinate scheduling, bus orders, and supplies; confirm forms for trips/retreats/events.- Organize grade/report card information, locker issues, and student devices; organize substitute plans.- Support substitutes; supervise students sent out of class; cover classes as needed.- Maintain the student support folder in Google Drive; other duties as assigned. Qualifications- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.- Experience in a school office, administrative support, or student-facing role preferred.- Proficiency with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office and scheduling software.- Strong organizational and communication skills; discretion with confidential information.- Patient and calm with middle and high school students; flexible and solutions-oriented.- Alignment with the mission and values of Robert M. Beren Academy. ScheduleFull-time, Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m.; Friday: 7:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Early-morning and after-school availability required for attendance and dismissal. Work EnvironmentBased in the Upper School office, with regular movement through hallways, classrooms, and common areas. Compensation and BenefitsSalary: $40,000 - $50,000. Benefits include 403(b) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, a retirement plan, and an employee discount. How to ApplySubmit a resume and cover letter to cengelsman@berenacademy.org by Wednesday October 21st. Equal OpportunityRobert M. Beren Academy is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.