Private School Receptionist at First Steps Academy

Mclean, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Communication, Organizational skills, Record keeping, Customer service, Data entry, Time management, Attention to detail, Reliability, Punctuality

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description First Steps Academy is looking for an individual who is detail oriented, friendly and enjoys being around children to be our Receptionist. This person would be answering phones and greeting families. This position regularly gets hug from lots of preschool children, but also knows a little bit about all parts of what we do in order to respond to parents’ questions and concerns. This position also frequently helps out in the classrooms. This person needs to be proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, speak English fluently to answer phones and be flexible with change. Reliability is very important! Answer telephone and email to provide information regarding school hours, offered courses and enrollment and registration procedures. Maintain confidential record of all parent/student interviews, test results, recommendations, child study meetings and individual counseling sessions with the students. Indication of these records should be included in each student’s permanent file. Keep all permanent records for students and be responsible for their organization and yearly update of various forms, including educational and health forms Provide transcripts to other centers/schools from former students and students applying to other schools upon request. Establish and maintain a comprehensive records system for students, including withdrawals and graduates; prepares folders and forms, and enters subjects, grades, credits, test information, unit summary, and summary of attendance. Support the Assistant Director and Director with other tasks as assigned including substituting in the classrooms with various age groups. Flexible and willing to take any assigned tasks. Exhibit punctuality, reliability, pride in work, initiative and a strong work ethic. Display a professional appearance at all times. Requirements High school diploma required. Associates or Bachelors degree preferred. Read, write, and communicate effectively in English Must be detail-oriented and can organize and handle multiple projects with little supervision. Experience working with children preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills Flexible and willing to take any assigned tasks. Exhibit punctuality, reliability, pride in work, initiative and a strong work ethic. Display a professional appearance at all times. Knowledge of private school admission procedures preferred. Pass pre-employment screening We support our staff’s passion for learning by providing a tuition reimbursement program as well as many professional development training opportunities. Additional benefits include: Competitive pay Health, dental and vision insurance options for eligible employees Vacation and sick leave Retirement plan with employer matching Life Insurance Discounted tuition rate for child(ren) attending any J127 Education Foundation school All positions require pre-employment background check verification and a pre-employment tuberculosis screening.

Responsibilities

The receptionist will manage front-office communications, greet families, and maintain comprehensive student records. Additionally, the role involves supporting school administration and substituting in classrooms as needed.