Job description
Full-Time (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Overview:
Lycée International de Houston is seeking an energetic, highly organized, and motivated Administrative Assistant to the Head of School to support daily administrative operations. This role requires a professional with excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and a commitment to high-quality service. As the first point of contact for many inquiries, a pleasant demeanor and customer service mindset are essential. Candidates must be bilingual in English and French and will be required to pass a background check.
Requirements:
- Associate degree in a related field or minimum 2 years of relevant experience
- Fluent in English and French (spoken and written)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
- Detail-oriented and capable of following written and verbal instructions
- Ability to remain calm and proactive in urgent situations
- Customer service experience is a plus
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct administrative support to the Head of School
- Manage and respond to emails, phone calls, and in-person inquiries
- Assist in the preparation and execution of staff training, in-services, and AEFE programs
- Translate documents and communications from English to French and vice versa
- Perform clerical duties including filing, scanning, copying, and document binding
- Maintain accurate records and update databases
- Coordinate and schedule substitutes for absent teachers
- Provide classroom support or supervision when needed in the absence of teachers
- Serve as liaison during emergencies by forwarding calls or concerns to appropriate staff
- Attend and take minutes at administrative, cycle, and AEFE/French Consulate meetings
- Maintain confidentiality with all school-related information
- Assist with event coordination and other duties as assigned by the Head of School
Additional Requirements: - Willingness to work flexible hours during major school events.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A collaborative mindset and a strong understanding of private school communications culture.
The Lycée International de Houston does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnic or religious beliefs, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship, and athletic and other school-administered programs or in its employment practices. We actively seek diversity among our faculty and administration.
