PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A Providence school district administrator pleaded not guilty on Thursday to assault in connection to an unwanted foot massage he allegedly gave to a minor at a fitness center.

The Providence Journal reports Olayinka Alege has also resigned from the school district.

The 40-year-old was arrested on Monday after police said he allegedly massaged the foot of a minor without their consent at the Edge Fitness in Warwick.

The gym is located outside of the Providence school district.

An attorney for Alege said the allegations are not what they appear.

The Providence schools superintendent said he had asked for and received Alege’s resignation.