**Job Overview**
We are seeking a professional and friendly office receptionist for our preschool center who will perform clerical functions and assist with responsibilities needed to efficiently manage the school office. This position requires a high degree of responsibility, discretion, independent judgement and confidentiality. This is a full-time job and requires the ability to multi-task and keep on top of details. Candidate must have strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or its equivalent required.
- Receptionist/Administrative background (preferred)
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (especially word & excel) and must be computer literate
- Proficient English Skills- written and verbal. Must be able to use proper phone etiquette.
- Remaining calm: As a person charged with handling those who come in and out of the office, it’s likely that you will be thrown into the occasional stressful situation: multiple visitors at one time, several lines ringing simultaneously. Remaining calm throughout any situation is key to providing top-notch assistance.
Performance Responsibilities:
The office receptionist shall:
- Answer telephone, respond to e-mails-Use template; be personable.
- Professionally greet and communicate with staff, students, parents and school visitors.
- Perform all clerical, administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, scanning, printing, etc.
- Create and distribute notices/reminders to staff, students and parents.
- Provide administrative assistance when requested by upper management.
- Schedule and perform tours with great enthusiasm. Make copies of the packages for tours.
- Record all messages from parents/guardians in the Parent Message Book.
- Make sure children’s medical are always up to date, use spreadsheet.
- Accept payments, must log them, make copies of checks, give receipts.
- Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
- Place food orders weekly for the children and prepare menu using template
- Pursue the vision and execute the mission of Two by Two Childcare.
- Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel and outside agencies associated with the school.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.42 - $19.23 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Brooklyn, NY 11211 (Required)
Work Location: In person