Avondale SDA School in the South Central Conference of SDA has an opening for a full-time Office Manager position. The position is for 40 hours weekly at $20 per hour with benefits.  The hours are M-TH, 7:15 am - 3:30 pm, and Fridays from 7:30 - 2:30 pm.  Avondale is located in Chattanooga, where we enjoy the fastest internet speed, the comforts of country life as well as the bustle of exciting city life, complete with museums, a zoo, 52 Adventist churches, colleges, and universities, and so much more; Avondale SDA School is nestled in the heart of the city. Chattanooga is the perfect place for a single person, retiree, or young family to live. 

Applicants should be spiritually grounded individuals with a heart for service and a strong desire to support and collaborate with school leadership and staff. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, proactive, and committed to advancing the mission and values of the organization through effective administrative and operational support. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in both written and verbal communication, exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion. Proficiency in technology, record-keeping, reporting, scheduling, and office management is essential. The successful candidate will be a dependable team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and contributes positively to the efficiency and effectiveness of the school's daily operations.

Please send a resume, letter of intent, and two letters of recommendation to Dr. Ingrid Jones, Principal—Avondale SDAS (Ijones@scc-sda.org). This position is open immediately.

The successful candidate must be a practicing Seventh-day Adventist who demonstrates a clear commitment to the mission, philosophy, and values of Seventh-day Adventist education. The individual selected for this position will serve as a professional representative of the school, exhibiting integrity, discretion, and a high standard of ethical conduct.

Qualified applicants will possess exceptional organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and support the efficient operation of a K-8 educational environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with office technology and information systems are required. Prior experience in school administration, office management, or a related professional setting is preferred.

Proficiency in a second language, particularly Spanish, is preferred but not required!