What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receptionist (Part-Time) position at The Summit Preparatory School?
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Posted: 06-Jan-25
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Type: Part Time
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The Summit Preparatory School of Southwest Missouri is seeking a professional in the following area:
Receptionist (Part-Time)
The Summit, located in Springfield, MO, is a fully accredited, independent, non-profit, co-educational day school meeting the learning needs of 180 students, Early Learners through High School. It is characterized by its progressive, student-centered philosophy, academically challenging curriculum, personalized, “deeper learning” approach, motivated students, small class sizes, close-knit community of parents, and talented, dedicated faculty and staff.
The Receptionist serves as the main point of contact for the day-to-day operations of the school. This customer service-oriented professional works closely with the administrative team and faculty to provide frontline support and facilitate communication with parents, students, prospective families, and staff.
The Summit is seeking a part-time Receptionist (approximately 28 hours per week, M-Th 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, F 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm). The pay rate is $14 to $14.75/hour, depending on experience.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities and qualifications:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability/handicap, or religion, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in the school’s employment opportunities.
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About The Summit Preparatory School
Our Mission The mission of The Summit Preparatory School is to prepare learners for success by providing a progressive education in a uniquely challenging and supportive environment. Our Vision Inspire life-long learners. Our Philosophy The Summit is a small, progressive, independent school that cares beyond the completion of required courses to the development and future of the whole child, teaching not only the skills for academic success, but more importantly how to overcome challenges, solve problems, and pursue lifelong achievement. We believe the following qualities are important for success in college and in life. These qualities are developed over the long term. Intellectual Curiosity: Developing a passion for lifelong learning, joy of learning, asking why, pursuing passions, finding connections, and embracing diversity in all of its forms Critical Thinking: Challenging assumptions and orthodoxies, creative problem solving, tackling open ended problems and taking on the unknown Growth Mindset: Recognizing successes and failures as an outcome of effort rather than a reflection of a person’s immutable self Independence: Being self-reliant, responsible,... self-aware, self-disciplined, and on the path to self discovery Connected: Able to succeed as a member of a team and a community, demonstrating leadership and stewardship, being of service to those in need, and tackling social responsibility
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Posted: 06-Jan-25
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Type: Part Time
Categories
Other
The Summit Preparatory School of Southwest Missouri is seeking a professional in the following area:
Receptionist (Part-Time)
The Summit, located in Springfield, MO, is a fully accredited, independent, non-profit, co-educational day school meeting the learning needs of 180 students, Early Learners through High School. It is characterized by its progressive, student-centered philosophy, academically challenging curriculum, personalized, “deeper learning” approach, motivated students, small class sizes, close-knit community of parents, and talented, dedicated faculty and staff.
The Receptionist serves as the main point of contact for the day-to-day operations of the school. This customer service-oriented professional works closely with the administrative team and faculty to provide frontline support and facilitate communication with parents, students, prospective families, and staff.
The Summit is seeking a part-time Receptionist (approximately 28 hours per week, M-Th 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, F 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm). The pay rate is $14 to $14.75/hour, depending on experience.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities and qualifications:
- Provides a sense of stability in an ever-changing environment
- Possesses strong organizational and time management skills with an acute attention to detail
- Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
- Exercises professionalism and independent judgment in performing the responsibilities of the position
- Remains accessible, approachable, and welcoming, managing confidential situations with discretion, respect, and sensitivity
- Fosters a partnership between families, faculty, and staff to create a positive environment for students’ academic and social-emotional learning
- Respects, affirms, and protects the dignity and worth of each member of the community, and exhibits moral and ethical behavior
- Sets professional boundaries, collaborating with constituents within those boundaries
- Enhances skills through lifelong learning using state-of-the-art technologies to maintain high standards of performance to efficiently and effectively produce work products
- Minimum Associate’s degree or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in an office setting (nonprofit sector or education preferred)
- Proficiency in Google Suite applications (required)
- Experience with Facts Student Information System (preferred, but not required)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability/handicap, or religion, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in the school’s employment opportunities.
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About The Summit Preparatory School
Our Mission The mission of The Summit Preparatory School is to prepare learners for success by providing a progressive education in a uniquely challenging and supportive environment. Our Vision Inspire life-long learners. Our Philosophy The Summit is a small, progressive, independent school that cares beyond the completion of required courses to the development and future of the whole child, teaching not only the skills for academic success, but more importantly how to overcome challenges, solve problems, and pursue lifelong achievement. We believe the following qualities are important for success in college and in life. These qualities are developed over the long term. Intellectual Curiosity: Developing a passion for lifelong learning, joy of learning, asking why, pursuing passions, finding connections, and embracing diversity in all of its forms Critical Thinking: Challenging assumptions and orthodoxies, creative problem solving, tackling open ended problems and taking on the unknown Growth Mindset: Recognizing successes and failures as an outcome of effort rather than a reflection of a person’s immutable self Independence: Being self-reliant, responsible,... self-aware, self-disciplined, and on the path to self discovery Connected: Able to succeed as a member of a team and a community, demonstrating leadership and stewardship, being of service to those in need, and tackling social responsibility
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