What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual School Receptionist, Year Round position at Cambridge - School?
Shore Educational Collaborative’s new program in Cambridge, a school for children with disabilities from pre-kindergarten to age 22, is seeking an energetic, dedicated and flexible professional with exemplary customer service skills willing to support a school-wide culture of respect and achievement with an appreciation of diversity. The receptionist is the first point of contact for families and students, as well as a vital resource to the school community. The receptionist should always exhibit professionalism, treat people with respect, and be firm but compassionate in how they address the day-to-day challenges of a rigorous and purposeful school.
This position will be located at the entrance of a leased space in Cambridge, so the candidate must be comfortable greeting and building professional relationships with community members in addition to Shore families and staff.
This is a full-time, year round position (40 hrs/week). During the summer, the person in this position will potentially also support Shore's administrative office or school in Chelsea.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
- Fulfill receptionist duties to the highest level, exhibiting a pleasant and approachable demeanor and promoting cheerfulness, including routing incoming phone calls and greeting visitors.
- Provide thorough and efficient service to students, staff, families, and guests of Shore Educational Collaborative through daily interactions and routine tasks.
- Perform administrative and data entry duties; such as record and report student attendance, immunizations and assist with student registration.
- Ensure office supplies are kept in stock.
- Receive and distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing student communications, including but not limited to attendance letters, progress reports, and new school year welcome packets.
- Manage common spaces to maintain appearance and functionality, and use.
- Communicate with facilities team to support staff operations needs using the work order system.
- Regularly stock and manage copier needs, inventory and supplies, including copier maintenance or paper requests.
- Assist in the food service ordering, documentation, etc.
Requirements:
- Fluency in oral and written communication skills in both English and Spanish required.
- Minimum high school diploma or GED required, Associates or Bachelor’s degree a plus.
Salary : $20 - $24