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Basic Function and Scope:
The Cashier/Accountant is integral to the financial operations of the school, handling all income including tuition and donations, managing daily financial transactions and records, and preparing necessary reports for regulatory compliance. This role is crucial for maintaining the accuracy of the school's General Ledger related to these transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Financial Transactions and Record Keeping
- Collect and process all income for the school, including payments from parents, proceeds from student activities, and donations.
- Issue receipts, prepare deposit slips, and manage daily cash reconciliations.
- Maintain and update tuition records for all students, adjusting accounts for additional charges as needed (e.g., virtual courses, registration fees, after-school activities).
2. Billing and Invoicing
- Generate detailed tuition invoices for individuals, companies, embassies, and military units.
- Communicate with relevant organizations to ensure accurate billing and fee calculations.
3. Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
- Prepare annual reports for the Tax Office.
- Ensure all financial data is ready and accurate for auditors, including information on accounts receivable, accrued liabilities, and agency funds.
4. General Ledger and Asset Management
- Regularly update and monitor the General Ledger.
- Manage and reconcile petty cash, including disbursement and replenishment.
- Maintain records for fixed assets and reconcile these with the General Ledger.
5. Communication and Collection
- Engage with parents regarding tuition balances, issuing reminders and collecting overdue payments.
- Maintain regular communication with the school's business office, parents, and external accountants.
6. Other Duties
- Assist in preparing for the upcoming school year by maintaining registration records and coordinating with administrative staff for student scheduling.
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Finance.
Work Contacts:
Regular interaction with business office staff and periodic communication with parents, and representatives from companies, embassies, regarding financial matters.
Independence of Operation:
Tasks are performed independently within the framework of established accounting procedures and standards, under the oversight of the Director of Finance.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
- At least two years of experience in a cashier or accounting role.
- Proficiency in computer skills.
- Fluency and proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
Professional Attributes:
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Resume/CV;
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
- The contact information for three professional references.
Reports to: Math Division Chair and Elementary School Principal
School Year: 2024-205
The Elementary Math Studio Coordinator Grades 1-5 is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program based on best practices in mathematics in an environment that guides and encourages elementary students from first through fifth grade to develop and achieve a conceptual understanding of mathematics. The Math Coordinator will also collaborate with the Mathematics Division Chair to build resources and various enrichment opportunities for students to participate in.
Responsibilities:
- Curriculum: In collaboration with the Math Division Chair, ensures that curricular progressions are updated and aligned (1-5)
- Instruction: Supports student learning as needed in all grade levels and various modes (one-on-one meetings with students, small group instruction, either face-to-face or virtually)
- Optimal Learning Program: Collaborates with faculty and OLP Specialists to ensure child services are adequately resourced and implemented to support student learning.
- Instructional Resources: Support students to think creatively and build comfort around solving real-world problems by creating unique school-wide projects or competitions that promote real-world thinking and applications.
Duties:
- Works with a small group or individual students to enrich conceptual understanding of numeracy skills and mathematical literacy;
- Creates individual programs based on student needs and monitors and records student progress throughout the year;
- Collects evidence of student achievement via anecdotal records, student samples, data, etc;
- Collaborates, shares, and updates homeroom teachers with student progress/records;
- Implements engaging activities with small groups or models engaging activities in homeroom classrooms to meet academic standards;
- Participates in collaborative grade-level activities and professional development;
- Communicates with the Optimal Learning Program Coordinator to support students with individual learning plans (ILP) and advanced learning plans (ALP);
- Plans, develops, and implements best practice lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with student needs, curriculum, and class management needs;
- Uses our LMS efficiently and uploads curricula, sample lessons, resources for differentiation and enrichment materials for each grade level;
- Keeps abreast of best practices and new teaching and learning methodologies;
- Collaborates with STEM Assistant (or other professionals like Library Media or Technology teacher) to design real-world-based projects for Elementary Students;
- Promotes conceptual understanding and student engagement in school-wide projects;
- Allows students to unravel problem-solving techniques using a hands-on, trial-and-error approach;
- Encourages creative thinking with challenging classroom projects;
- Helps students connect math, science, and technological principles to everyday life;
- Participates in co-curricular activities (Math Literacy Night, Tech Club, Literacy Night, Coding Club, etc.);
- Completes referrals of students referred by homeroom teachers to the Child Study Team, as needed;
- Attends all faculty meetings;
- Participates in school-wide community events to share information about the program;
- Suggests appropriate programs and manipulatives for elementary students and works with the Division Chair and Principal to verify yearly budget orders;
- Plans, participates, supports co-curricular activities (i.e. performances, parent-teacher conferences) beyond classroom (after school).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and a valid teaching license. An Elementary Teaching license is preferred;
- Minimum of 1 to 2 years prior experience working with elementary-age children;
- Technologically proficient;
- Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Resume/CV;
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
- The contact information for three professional references.
Department: Elementary School
Reports to: Elementary School Principal
Coordinates lessons that align with grade level NGSS units and assists homeroom teachers with lab preparations, and provides support to students during class.
Description:
- Creates an interactive environment (face-2-face and virtually) that stimulates and engages student learning.
- Assists Elementary School teachers in supervision of laboratory practicals during science sessions.
- Familiar with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
- Creates cooperative teaching partnerships for creative STEAM lessons.
- Spearheads the first Elementary School Science Fair (face-2-face and virtually) for grades 3-5
- Sets up equipment, chemicals and supplies for science classes under the teacher's guidance or communication.
- Preparation of laboratory practicals, including set-up and breakdown as per teachers' instruction, testing such labs and equipment beforehand so as to ensure a successful learning experience.
- Ensures a safe work environment for handling chemical materials and glassware.
- Cleans up spills, and administers first aid related to chemical accidents as required.
- Maintains and repairs lab equipment such microscopes, power supplies etc..
- Overseas the inventory of lab equipment and chemical supplies including ordering and handling the required chemicals. Ensures adequate supply of equipment and materials is always available.
- Keeps track of materials borrowed by teachers and students.
- Keeps lab space tidy and organized by moving items back to their storage cabinets after each session.
Desired Competencies:
- Interpersonal skills - focuses on collaboratively resolving issues and contributes to enhancing teacher created lessons.
- Commitment to working collaboratively and collegially with all members of the campus community toward the common goal of improving the quality of student learning experience
- Accurate Oral Communication- Articulates clearly in English. Listens and responds appropriately to questions.
- Strong Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others;
- Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure;
- Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;
- Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- Appearance is professional and with appropriate dress.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors in Elementary Education
- Fluent in English
- Endorsement in Science
- STEAM Trained
- Valid US Teaching License (Κ-5, Science endorsement), preferred
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of your educational philosophy;
- Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information and;
- The contact information for three professional references.
The position reports to the Director of the Learning Commons.
Duties:
- Substitute classes in the Elementary School;
- Assist/guide/teach students in the math/science studio after school;
- Teach and provide learning experiences in Elementary, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;
- Monitor students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
- Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
- Know and use technology in teaching;
- Design presentations and/or workshops for academy and middle school students;
- Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
- Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events;
- Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department;
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Licensed to teach grades 1-5;
- Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in Education ;
- At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to students (ages 6 – 10) in English;
- Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
- Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information and;
- The contact information for three professional references.
Department: Learning Commons
Reports to: Director of Learning Commons
ACS Athens, a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values, is seeking to recruit a substitute teacher and math/science studio assistant with a background in MATH and/or SCIENCE to teach High School and Middle School students. The position reports to the Director of the Learning Commons.
Duties:
- Substitute classes in the Middle School and Academy, primarily for faculty in the math and science departments;
- Assist/guide/teach students in the math/science studio after school;
- Teach and provide learning experiences in math, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;
- Monitor students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
- Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
- Know and use technology in teaching;
- Design presentations and/or workshops for academy and middle school students;
- Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
- Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events;
- Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department;
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Licensed to teach grades 7-12;
- Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in math;
- At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;
- IB and/or AP teaching experience considered a plus;
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to students (ages 13 – 18) in English;
- Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
- Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
- Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information and;
- The contact information for three professional references.
Location: ACS Athens Tennis Academy, ACS Athens Campus
Reports to: Head Tennis Instructor
About Us:
The ACS Athens Tennis Academy is seeking a professional tennis coach for the upcoming academic year 2024-2025, with the possibility of immediate hire. Situated in an exclusive environment at the ACS Athens campus, the academy boasts a professional coaching team of six coaches dedicated to nurturing talent across all ages and skill levels. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in our Athlete Development and High-Performance Program.
Responsibilities:
Conduct Tennis Lessons:
- Plan and deliver engaging tennis lessons tailored to the age and skill level of students.
- Provide individualized instruction and feedback to help students improve their technique, footwork, and overall game.
Develop Training Programs:
- Collaborate with the coaching team to design and implement comprehensive training programs for athletes participating in the academy's development and high-performance programs.
- Monitor the progress of students and adjust training plans accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.
Promote Sportsmanship and Character Development:
- Instill values of sportsmanship, respect, and teamwork among students, emphasizing the importance of fair play and positive attitudes on and off the court.
- Serve as a mentor and role model for students, fostering their personal growth and character development through the sport of tennis.
Assist with Academy Operations:
- Assist with organizing and coordinating tennis events, tournaments, and competitions hosted by the academy.
- Contribute to the maintenance and upkeep of tennis facilities and equipment, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all players.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a tennis instructor or coach, preferably in a school or academy setting.
- Certification or accreditation as a tennis instructor or coach (national or international) is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students of all ages.
- Excellent knowledge of tennis techniques, strategies, and rules.
- Passion for working with children and young athletes, with a commitment to their holistic development.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Insurance:
The selected candidate must be capable of operating as a freelancer under TEVE insurance.
Contract Details:
This is a yearly contract with the possibility of renewal. The core duration spans from middle September to middle June, with potential additional responsibilities during the ACS Tennis Camp and ACS Summer Camp, typically from middle June to middle July.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of your educational philosophy;
- Resume;
- The contact information for three professional references.
ACS Athens is dedicated to advancing inclusive education and promoting best practices in special education and inclusive practices for all abilities. We create opportunities for educators, administrators, and stakeholders to share knowledge and develop strategies to support all learners. We are in the process of identifying a dynamic Project Manager to lead the communication and outreach liaison of the Inclusion and Differentiation Project of ACS Athens.
- This is a part-time position; Ten hours per week, working on-site, September through June, €520 gross monthly.
- The position reports to the OLP Coordinator.
Main Responsibilities:
- Liaison between the project stakeholders;
- Event planning; coordination and follow-up, coordinate venue selection, catering, accommodation and transportation;
- Manage audio-visual requirements and room setups;
- Ensure stakeholder needs and expectations are met;
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders;
- Monitor and evaluate success of all events by gathering feedback for future events;
- Collect and analyze feedback from attendees and speakers;
- Prepare a post-event report;
- Coordinate follow-up activities, including thank-you notes;
- Other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Event Management, or a related field;
- Fluency in English and Greek; both in verbal and written communication;
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously;
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups;
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles;
- Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Resume/CV;
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
- The contact information for three professional references.
Basic Function and Scope:
Duties Performed:
- Performs day-to-day accounting operations: issues receipts/invoices, processes vendors' invoices and payments, reconciles bank accounts daily, communicates with vendors/clients for reconciliation purposes;
- Manages general accounting tasks, including ledger entries and financial record maintenance;
- Oversees accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing;
- Communicates with banks regularly;
- Prepares monthly accounting and financial reports for the administration;
- Prepares monthly payroll and ensures accurate payment of relevant salaries;
- Submits EFKA contributions, payroll taxes, VAT, and freelancers' taxes;
- Performs and monitors hiring and firing procedures via Ergani;
- Monitors and submits VIES invoices;
- Is responsible for My Data entries and tax machines, ensuring all deadlines are met;
- Manages private retirement and health insurance programs, including enrollment and contributions;
- Maintains excellent knowledge of payroll systems, Ergani, and social security employer responsibilities;
- Provides guidance and oversight to junior accounting staff;
- Ensures compliance with school policies and regulatory requirements;
- Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Independence of Operation:
Performs duties according to standard instructions and established accounting procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
- Degree in Business Administration or Accounting;
- Minimum of seven years experience as an accountant;
- Member of the Economic Chamber of Greece – Accountant scale A';
- Excellent knowledge of payroll systems and social security employer responsibilities;
- Computer literacy;
- Proficient knowledge of written and spoken English;
- Very good knowledge of Ergani;
- Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Resume/CV;
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
- The contact information for three professional references.
School year: ongoing
Description: Shadow Teaching is a professional service offered to the school and family to better manage the needs of students who have more demanding learning and behavioral needs.
ACS Athens facilitates the process of helping parents find the right Shadow Teacher who is knowledgeable in the specific needs of the student and provides support in the inclusive classroom environment. Shadow Teaching is a progressive form of assistance that acts as a resource for the school and the parent.
*Shadow Teachers are employed by the families and assist in the communication and collaboration between all parties involved. The ultimate goal of the Shadow Teacher is to guide the student towards independence in school. The Shadow Teacher helps provide the students with continuity in their classes, instills responsibility, fosters independence and encourages learning.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Advocate for student's needs;
- Attend meetings as necessary;
- Demonstrate punctuality;
- Submit payment receipt monthly;
- Be knowledgeable of Agreement stipulations;
- Be knowledgeable in educational support and materials to facilitate curriculum content;
- Follow all school policies;
- Demonstrate flexibility as necessary;
- Demonstrate and implement feedback provided by the school;
- Understands and upholds child protection and safeguarding processes;
- Collaborate with the teacher when the student is not accessing the curriculum level;
- Communicate with OLP Specialist when further accommodations are necessary;
- Create materials, research strategies and interventions to support student needs
- Be knowledgeable in student's specific diagnosis/diagnoses;
- Assist the student to participate appropriately and meaningfully in class;
- Assist the student to function in an environment where there are distractions;
- Provide 1-1 teaching time to ensure review and practice of concepts;
- Be positive and encourage student to persevere;
- Assist student in maintaining self control;
- Maintain boundaries and set limits for students;
- Maintain boundaries and fine balance between home and school;
- Compose effective weekly Log Notes and submit by set deadline;
- Encourage student to ask for help from their teachers;
- Encourage student to build positive and mutually respective peer relationships;
- Provide student with breaks during the day so that they can regroup and concentrate better;
- Establish a transparent and effective line of communication between the student, family, educators, and professionals to provide optimal support throughout the school day;
- Other duties as necessary to support student's individual needs;
- Display ethical and professional behavior;
- Be knowledgeable of ACS Athens' philosophy, mission and vision.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's and/or Master's in Special Education, Psychology, Learning Differences, Educational Psychology;
- Appropriate certification/licensure;
- Strong understanding of differentiation and specific learning differences, behavioral/emotional differences and teaching writing and conceptualized mathematics;
- Native English language speaker;
- Understanding and knowledge in child/adolescent psychology and development;
- Strong communication, data analysis, leadership, and organizational skills;
- Strong technology skills (able to use Google Drive apps/formats);
- Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and colleagues;
- Technology skills (able to use MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel);
- Currently contributing to US Social Security and FICA tax, if US citizen;
- Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of your educational philosophy;
- Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information and;
- The contact information for three professional references.