HR Generalist

Company: Athens Montessori School
Location: Athens
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: HR Generalist Location: Athens, Georgia Employment Type: Full-Time Start Date: July, 2025
About Us:Athens Montessori School is a well-established, community-rooted Montessori school located in beautiful Athens, Georgia. For over four decades, we have provided a nurturing, child-centered environment where independence, curiosity, and respect for others are foundational values. We serve children from preschool through middle school and are committed to supporting a dedicated team of educators and staff who share our mission.
Position Overview:Athens Montessori School is seeking a thoughtful and organized HR Generalist to join our team. In this role, you will manage a wide range of human resources functions that help ensure a smooth, compliant, and supportive workplace for our faculty and staff. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a passion for education.
Key Responsibilities:

• 
  
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new staff members
  
• Maintain and update personnel files, ensuring compliance with employment laws and school policies
  
• Support payroll and benefits administration in coordination with leadership and external providers
  
• Facilitate staff evaluations and track professional development requirements
  
• Manage background checks, training, and certification tracking
  
• Address employee relations issues and support a positive, communicative workplace culture
  
• Update and enforce the employee handbook and school HR policies
  
  Qualifications:
  
  • 
    
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
    
  • At least 2 years of HR experience preferred, especially in a school, nonprofit, or small business setting
    
  • Working knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance
    
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    
  • Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
    
  • Familiarity with HR software and payroll systems
    
  • Alignment with Montessori educational values is a plus
    
    Schedule & Compensation:
    
    • 
      
    • Competitive compensation based on experience
      
    • Benefits may include paid time off, professional development opportunities, and tuition discounts
      
      To Apply:Please send your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest when you click to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
      recblid j6g90ddadn3yvregg6atvsv9bc3ww0
      

Keywords: Athens Montessori School, North Atlanta , HR Generalist, Human Resources , Athens, Georgia