Vacancies
Join Koa Academy, a South African online school reimagining what teaching and learning can look like. As part of our fully remote team, you’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues, be part of an innovative approach to online learning and have opportunities to grow professionally. Most importantly, you’ll help shape the future of education in South Africa.
Current Vacancies
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School Administrator
Koa Academy online school is seeking a School Administrator
Location: Completely remote work, online, based in South Africa.
Typical work hours: 40 hours per week.
Experience: Junior to Mid-level
About Koa Academy
Koa Academy is an innovative, fully online school, registered with the IEB, dedicated to delivering high-quality education in an engaging, flexible environment. While we serve learners worldwide, our current focus is on South Africa, aiming to create an impactful educational experience that transcends geographical boundaries.
The Opportunity
Are you a tech-savvy, proactive individual who loves helping people and thrives in a fast-paced environment? We are looking for a School Administrator to be the warm, supportive face and voice of Koa Academy.
This role is ideal for someone who is exceptionally organized, passionate about excellent service delivery, and able to work independently from home. Whether you are early in your administrative career or looking to step into the ed-tech space, we welcome enthusiastic candidates who are eager to learn and grow with us.
Key Responsibilities
- First Point of Contact and Reception: Manage incoming phone calls, WhatsApp/email messages, and general parent inquiries with warmth and professionalism.
- Parent and Student Support: Act as a reliable liaison for parents, providing clear guidance and assistance.
- School Calendar Management: Maintain an accurate, up-to-date school calendar.
- Enrolment Support: Assist the admissions team during peak enrolment periods.
- Staff and Educator Support: Assist teachers and internal teams with administrative needs, coordination, and process oversight.
- Staff Onboarding Support: Facilitate a smooth onboarding experience for new team members.
We are Looking For
- Passionate About People: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Tech-Savvy: Quick to learn new digital platforms (Google Workspace, messaging apps, and admin systems).
- Self-Motivated: Strong self-management, time management, and problem-solving abilities in a remote setting.
- Service-Oriented: Friendly, empathetic, and detail-oriented approach to customer service.
Setup & Equipment Requirements
- A reliable internet connection with a minimum upload and download speed of 50 mbps.
- A laptop or desktop with a working camera and microphone for online meetings and troubleshooting.
Why Join Us?
- Fully Remote Work: Work from the comfort of your home, with the flexibility of a fully remote role.
- Impact: Play a pivotal role as the first point of contact for parents of an innovative, global education provider.
- Growth: Be part of a fast-growing online school.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate, like-minded team of professionals.
Our Hiring Process
- Submit Your CV: Please send your CV to [email protected]
- Application Review: We’ll carefully review your CV and select top applicants.
- Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will receive a link to answer a few pre-interview questions via MyInterview.
- Final Interview: The final round will involve a virtual interview with the shortlisted candidates.
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