Elementary Front Desk Receptionist - Phoenix, United States - SCOTTSDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Description

SCA conducts pre-employment screening and drug screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

The receptionist
greets and checks in members of the public, fields incoming phone calls, answers questions, refers individuals to the appropriate office or individual, tracks attendance, communicates information, and provides clerical support services.

This person shall be spiritually mature and shall reflect the purpose of the school, which is always to honor Christ.

This job description is not all-encompassing, and SCA is seeking an individual who can conduct these responsibilities with a spirit of love, compassion, customer service, and partnership with leadership.

• Education & Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor?s degree preferred.
• Two years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Skills:
• Excellent organizational skills for multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of good telephone etiquette with the ability to deal tactfully and confidently with callers and visitors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Knowledge of FACTS a plus.
• Must be able to work intuitively and independently.
• Ability to remain calm, composed and flexible within a busy and demanding environment
• Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Position requires mobility, including bending, lifting (up to 25 lbs.), pushing, walking, use of hands and fingers to manipulate office equipment.
• Regularly required to listen, physically direct, and speak.

• Greet everyone with a friendly, helpful attitude when they enter the office or call on the telephone.
• Develop a positive, welcoming and customer service oriented environment in the front office, while ensuring confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Ensure that parents and visitors sign in and out and receive a volunteer badge from the office, as well as log deliveries.
• Assist in maintaining the safety and security of the front office by ensuring clear, concise information is provided to campus safety officers and security.
• Be helpful to students, parents, and staff, and frequently give direct assistance if needed.
• Promote a positive attitude about the school and its employees.
• Use established procedures to notify administrative staff regarding phone calls or appointments.
• Record and issue passes to students who are tardy to school.
• Manage students and parents signing in/out of the office.
• Manage elementary attendance and discipline referrals.
• Organize and track elementary teachers? weekly lesson plans.
• Be the keeper and organizer of elementary students? official records and transcripts.
• Oversee elementary bulk mailings and bulk flyers to send home.
• Communicate with after school clubs and keep track of attending students.
• Keep the mail room, waiting areas, flyers, and supplies organized.
• Manage vehicle field trip roster.
• Check substitute keys in and out.