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School Administrative Coordinator

Position: School Administrative Coordinator (part time)
Reports to: Head of School
Location: Good Dharma International School

Role Summary

The School Administrative Coordinator plays a central role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of Good Dharma International School. This position involves managing communication with parents and external stakeholders, maintaining accurate student and school records, supporting invoicing and light accounting, and assisting the Head of School and teachers with administrative and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Communication & Correspondence

    • Respond to school emails and inquiries in a timely, professional manner.

    • Liaise with parents, staff, and external partners to share updates and information.

  2. Student Management System

    • Maintain accurate student records and update enrolment information.

    • Ensure attendance, schedules, and reports are up to date in the system.

  3. Invoicing & Accounting Support

    • Generate and send invoices to parents on time.

    • Record and track payments, follow up on outstanding balances.

    • Assist with simple bookkeeping tasks and monthly financial reporting.

  4. Operational & Administrative Support

    • Assist the Head of School with scheduling, planning, and coordination of meetings and events.

    • Maintain filing systems, staff records, and school documents.

    • Order and manage school supplies and resources.

  5. Social Media & Communications

    • Support the creation and posting of school updates and events on social media platforms.

    • Collaborate with the Head of School to ensure consistent messaging and branding.

  6. Event Coordination & CSR Projects

    • Help plan, organize, and execute school events, parent engagement activities, and community projects.

    • Support the school’s CSR initiatives by coordinating with staff, parents, and local partners.

  7. Classroom Support (As Needed)

    • Provide assistance in the teaching environment when extra support is required (e.g., helping with activities, supervising children).

Qualifications & Skills

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.

  • Strong English proficiency (spoken and written).

  • Comfort with digital tools and school management systems.

  • Basic accounting or bookkeeping knowledge preferred.

  • Flexible and collaborative mindset, with the ability to support in multiple areas.

How to Apply

If you are excited about contributing to a holistic pre-school community and making a difference in young lives, we would love to hear from you! Please send your updated resume, along with a cover letter detailing your passion for holistic education, to hello [at] good dharma.lk

Join us in shaping a generation of compassionate, curious, and confident learners, ready to embrace the world with open hearts and open minds. Together, let's create an enriching and transformative educational journey for our students!