Join the Young Scholars Charter School team and help us Imagine New Possibilities in education. We have reimagined our schedule to be more sustainable for teachers and better for students.

Who are we?

Young Scholars Charter School (YSCS) is a free, lottery-based, open-enrollment charter school serving students from across Philadelphia in grades 6-8. The mission of Young Scholars is to provide a personalized middle school education that challenges, engages and prepares all students to passionately pursue their dreams and lead a life of active citizenship. We aim to inspire and equip every student to lead a life of achievement, service and success. Our structured and nurturing community, comprehensive programming and rigorous academic curriculum are designed to build self-motivated citizens, eager learners and strong leaders – regardless of circumstance. Our graduates are driven young people who are prepared for the future demands of high school, college, career and, eventually, the world.

We seek to provide project-based learning and high-quality instruction to help students grow as learners and citizens. We believe in rigorous and culturally relevant curriculum where all students are given an opportunity to reach high academic success. Our teachers engage in extensive planning, strong instructional execution, and common skill-based assessments. Our curriculum engages students in building their academic proficiency and social-emotional skills to be successful.

Who are we looking for?

YSCS is seeking passionate and hardworking Part-Time Receptionist to join the YSCS family for the 2024-2025 SY and work with us to Imagine New Possibilities in Education ! The receptionist will support with front office responsibilities. The person in this role will play an essential role in the front office and interacts with students and families on a regular basis. The receptionist in this role is expected to work from 7:45am – 12:45pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Greets parents and visitors including handling identification process as needed;
• Maintains positive customer service and professional communication during challenging interactions;
• Answers phones and routes messages accordingly;
• Maintains bulletin boards throughout the main office and front foyer;
• Utilizes a student information system to track student attendance specifically tardiness, absences, and early dismissals daily; and follows up with parents if necessary;
• Records student data in Power School;
• Handles maintenance and supply ordering with copier machines;
• Distributes and organizes mail; responds to routine requests for information;
• Maintain efficient and well organized electronic and paper data collection and filing systems, including confidential student and personnel files;
• Maintain an orderly and efficient main office space;
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications and Skills

• Background experience in operations or as an office assistant is required, experience in a school setting is preferred;
• Strong communication skills;
• Proactive and strong problem solving skills;
• Excited and eager to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail;
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook;
• Experience with PowerSchool is preferred.

Educational Background and Work Experience

• Clerical experience

The Rewards

• Competitive hourly rate ($15 - $22 per hour);
• Enrollment in retirement plan.