**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.

• Fast Learner

• 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