Special Assistant to the Chief Schools Officer

Responsibilities

• Manage the CSO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel logistics
• Prepare daily CSO briefs and weekly calendars
• Provide administrative support including credit card reconciliation and reimbursements
• Plan and manage logistics for meetings and events, including agendas and presentations
• Support external speaking engagements by drafting speeches and handling logistics
• Create and maintain strategic trackers, rubrics, and project plans
• Partner with leaders across teams to manage stakeholders and operationalize initiatives
• Support budget management and recommend budget adjustments
• Manage and implement the CSO’s communication plan

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1–2 years of professional experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to travel frequently (weekly between NYC and Newark; monthly to other regional sites)
• Ability to work occasional weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in K–12 education
• Experience in an executive-level support role
• Experience creating presentations or managing project trackers

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Paid leave of absence options
• Mental health and counseling support
• Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts

About the Company

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.