Careers

The Ellis School is deeply committed to its all-girls environment, which allows each girl to develop into her own unique best self in an atmosphere that both challenges and cherishes each student. Ellis prepares its students to become independent, resilient, thoughtful young women with the confidence, self-knowledge, and skills to explore and pursue their passions in college and beyond.

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  • Executive Assistant to the Head of School and Board of Trustees

    About: The Ellis School is an independent, all-girls, college-preparatory school located on a picturesque campus in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Ellis School serves students from age 3 through grade 12, making it the only school of its kind in Western Pennsylvania. The Ellis School was founded in 1916, making it 111 years old! Its long history is a testament to its enduring commitment to educating and empowering young women. Moreover, it is in the midst of an upsurge in enrollment, program, facilities and educational leadership.
    Job Summary: The Executive Assistant to the Head of School and the Board of Trustees provides consistent, confidential, and professional administrative support to the Head of School and the Board of Trustees in order to promote and maintain the well-being of the School and the broader community. The Executive Assistant to the Head plays an integral role in the day-to-day goings on of the school community. The ideal candidate is the first line of communication between the Head of School, the Board of Trustees and the wider community.

    Interested candidates should contact ashlyn@dovetailedsourcing.com who is handling the search.

    The position will remain open until the most qualified candidate is identified.

Benefits

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  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Long Term Disability Protection

  • Retirement Savings Program

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  • Direct Deposit

  • FMLA

  • On-site Daycare

  • Tuition Remission

  • Vacation Time

The Ellis School does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation in employment. We do not discriminate in student recruitment, admissions, financial aid, or any other aspect of the School’s program, except on the basis of age and gender identity in fulfillment of the School’s mission.