Executive Assistant to the Executive, School Management

We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join Success Academy, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching their potential.

We are seeking a polished, highly organized, and personable Executive Assistant to support our Executive, School Management. This onsite role is based in New York City and requires five days per week in the office.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to provide thoughtful, high-quality support to a senior executive. The ideal candidate is proactive, flexible, professional, and comfortable managing a variety of priorities throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day calendar management and administrative support aligned with the Executive, School Management's priorities

• Coordinate meetings, scheduling, and calendar changes across multiple stakeholders

• Anticipate scheduling needs and proactively resolve conflicts

• Help manage shifting priorities and time-sensitive requests

• Communicate professionally and confidently with internal and external stakeholders

• Maintain a high level of discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive information

• Support meeting preparation, follow-ups, and other administrative needs

• Assist with special projects and additional executive support needs as they arise

• Build strong working relationships across teams and help ensure seamless day-to-day execution Schedule and Availability This is a five-day-per-week onsite position in New York City. The role generally follows the needs and schedule of the Executive, School Management, so some flexibility may be required depending on meetings, events, and changing priorities. The ideal candidate is adaptable and comfortable adjusting their schedule when business needs arise.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates with strong internship, administrative, or professional office experience, as well as experienced Executive Assistants, are encouraged to apply

• Ability to work onsite five days per week in New York City

• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Polished, professional, and confident interacting with a variety of stakeholders

• Personable, outgoing, and comfortable building relationships across teams

• Proactive and able to anticipate needs

• Flexible and adaptable when priorities or schedules change

• Strong judgment and discretion

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Familiarity with calendar management and Google Workspace is preferred Why You'll Love This Role

• Opportunity to work closely with a senior leader at Success Academy

• High-visibility role with meaningful responsibility and exposure across the organization

• Opportunity to build executive support and operational experience

• Collaborative, energetic, and mission-driven work environment

• Potential opportunity to convert to a permanent position