Romero Academy at Annunciation – 3545 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220 (513) 301-1448
Posted: April 10, 2025
Student Services Association/Full-Time: Working closely with the assistant principal, the Student Services Associate (formerly Operations Assistant) will oversee basic school operations, support scholars who need extra reading support, and will manage the afterschool program.  This role will spend about a third of their time leading targeted small-group instruction for struggling readers to ensure they grow academically.  This role will also have the unique position of strengthening current processes and culture within the school.  This includes responsibilities pertaining to food service and event coordination.  Additionally, this position will include management of the afterschool program and staff.  The Student Services Associate will be prepared to serve as an in-house substitute teacher when needed.  Hours for this role are typically 9:45am – 5:45pm.
The Student Services Associate will possess a high level of initiative and the ability to work on complex tasks and deliverables independently.  The role will require a professional who is capable of balancing multiple projects and deadlines while also providing an appropriate level of responsiveness to unforeseen needs.  The Student Services Associate must possess a commitment to partner with families, a dedication to serve all students, and a desire to seek and implement feedback.

Instructional Responsibilities:

– Lead targeted small group instruction and 1:1 instruction for struggling readers
– Participate in ongoing professional development
– Serve as a potential substitute teacher in grades PK – 7

Operational Responsibilities:
– Communicate and coordinate food delivery with meal provider
– Receive, stock, and rotate incoming and outgoing inventory
– Setup and breakdown food serving areas
– Oversee and support lunch service, including replenishing food and maintaining clean serving areas
– Organize and distribute snack
– Monitor student safety and behavior during lunch (with support of others)
– Organize school supplies for staff Inventory school curriculum
– Manage school uniform inventory and support students in uniform changes, as necessary

Afterschool Program Responsibilities:
– Oversee implementation of afterschool program that meets the academic, spiritual, and physical needs of scholars Internalize and abide by all OH Child Care laws, including maintaining documentation of compliance
– Maintain accurate attendance documentation
– Support the submission of afterschool paperwork
– Serve as the main point of contact for families interested in the afterschool program

Event Coordination Responsibilities:
– Collaborate on event details and execution (ex. field trips)
– Assist in creating social media posts and flyers
– Assist in arranging vendors and stakeholders
– Co-manage events and address potential problems as they arise
– Participate in event debriefs

Qualifications and Desired Characteristics for the position must possess the following personal characteristics:
– A loving respect for all people, in recognition of each person’s God-given dignity
– A desire to participate in on-going faith formation and Christian fellowship opportunities
– A demonstrated commitment to service in urban and/or low-income settings
– An unwavering determination to be better today than you were yesterday
– Proven ability to effectively support, collaborate, and partner with a variety of personalities and working styles and an openness and generosity of spirit in navigating differences
– Grit, faith, hope, love, and a sense of humor
– One year of teaching preferred
– Bachelor’s degree is required

Compensation: We offer a highly competitive compensation package.  The salary for this role is at least $42,000, but salary will be determined on years of experience.  All full-time staff are offered medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

Diversity and Inclusivity:  We are building an organization in which talented individuals from all walks of life and experiences can join our team and make significant contributions.  We are particularly committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences or backgrounds of the students we will serve.

For more information, please see our website.

Catholic Required: No