Hiring an Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Dancing Wheels Company & School

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Position Type: Part-Time, up to 15 hours per week

About Us

Dancing Wheels Company & School is a nationally recognized physically integrated dance company and school uniting artists of all abilities. Our programs promote artistry, accessibility, and inclusion through performance, education, and community engagement.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive Administrative Assistant to support daily operations and help advance our mission. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about the arts and inclusive programming.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide general administrative support, including scheduling, correspondence, and file management
  • Serve as a first point of contact for phone, email, and in-person inquiries
  • Support registration, enrollment, and database management
  • Help coordinate meetings, prepare materials, and take notes as needed
  • Support event planning and execution, including performances and fundraisers
  • Complete donation acknowledgment letters and help write thank you notes
  • Maintain office organization, and order or buy and pick up supplies as needed

Qualifications

  • Previous administrative or office experience preferred
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
  • Interest in the arts, education, or nonprofit work preferred

Preferred Attributes

  • Experience with arts organizations or nonprofit administration
  • Familiarity with accessibility and inclusive practices
  • Positive, flexible, and solution-oriented mindset

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience to President/Founding Artistic Director Mary Verdi-Fletcher at vfletcher1@aol.com.