Independent Contractor Opportunity - 2026-2027 Academic Year

About Foothill Learning Academy

Foothill Learning Academy is a nonprofit organization serving homeschool students and families through the organization of educational classes, enrichment opportunities, and community events. FLA is entering its tenth year as a nonprofit and its thirteenth year of operating a program for the homeschool community.

With approximately 800 students participating in FLA programs, the organization is seeking a highly organized and service-minded independent contractor to work alongside FLA co-founders and directors, Laurie Chiappe and Mary Frederick.

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Position Overview

The Administrative Assistant contractor will provide administrative, registration, operational, and event support. Responsibilities will vary throughout the year based on registration periods, semester schedules, and community events.

Much of the work may be completed remotely and on a flexible schedule. However, attendance may be necessary at various events, including possible evenings and weekends.

FLA is seeking someone interested in growing with the organization. As FLA continues to expand, this position may offer opportunities to advance into a more senior administrative role with increased responsibilities.

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Primary Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

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Administrative and Registration Support

• Assist with student online registration, class rosters, waitlists, transfers, withdrawals, and class changes.

• Perform accurate computer data entry and maintain organized student, family, vendor, and class records.

• Assist with parent volunteer coordination

• Assist with parent and vendor orientations

• Help coordinate FLA logo wear sales and distribution.

• Assist with snack cart purchasing, inventory, and organization.

• Help identify administrative challenges and suggest practical solutions.

• Maintain confidentiality and represent FLA professionally in all interactions.

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Community Event Support 

• Assist with planning, organizing, promoting, and carrying out FLA events.

• Help recruit, schedule, and communicate with parent and student volunteers.

• Assist with event set-up, hospitality, supervision, clean-up, and follow-up.

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Events and programs may include:

• Junior high dances and high school prom

• Musical theater productions

• Annual Community Dinner & Basket Drawing

• Science Fair and Art Show

• Curriculum Swap

• Parent and Vendor orientations

• Other educational, social, and fundraising activities

• Assist, as needed, with yearbook photo collection and distribution.

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Desired Qualifications

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The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Competent computer, spreadsheet, database, and data-entry skills.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• A warm, professional, and highly relational approach.

• A servant-minded attitude and a genuine desire to support others.

• The ability to work independently, take initiative, and complete projects.

• Creativity, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills.

• Sound judgment regarding student safety, confidentiality, and risk management.

• Flexibility and a willingness to assist wherever support is needed.

• A genuine enjoyment of working with students, parents, vendors, and volunteers.

• Experience with educational programs, student management, event coordination, volunteer management, or nonprofit organizations is preferred but not required.

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Mission and Cultural Alignment

Foothill Learning Academy supports families and recognizes parents as the primary decision-makers in their children’s education. The successful candidate must support FLA’s nonprofit mission, its service to the homeschool community, and its commitment to parent choice and educational freedom.

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Schedule and Practical Requirements

This is a year-round independent contractor position beginning September 10, 2026.

The workload will vary, with increased hours surrounding registration, the beginning and end of each semester, and community events.

The contractor must have reliable access to a computer, internet service, telephone, and transportation. The position may occasionally require travel between FLA locations, standing for extended periods, and lifting or transporting event supplies.

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Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is equally comfortable organizing records, communicating with families, coordinating volunteers, supporting events, and helping solve unexpected problems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and community-minded person seeking meaningful, flexible, and long-term work with the potential to grow into a more advanced administrative position.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A résumé or summary of relevant experience.

• A brief statement explaining their interest in the position and why they believe they would be a good fit for Foothill Learning Academy.

• Their general availability for orientation events and community events as detailed on the 2026-2027 FLA Academic Calendar.

• Two professional or community references.​

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Applications should be submitted to FoothillLearningAcademy@gmail.com by September 1, 2026.

Selected candidates may be invited to participate in an interview the week of September 21, 2026.