Overview
Front Desk Receptionist Role Jobs in Phoenix, AZ at Phoenix Modern – Valley Learning Foundation of Arizona
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About Phoenix Modern:
Phoenix Modern is a learner-centered K–8 public charter school where curiosity, belonging, and meaningful relationships drive learning. We believe schools should be joyful, welcoming places where every learner is known, challenged, and supported.
We’re looking for a warm, organized, and dependable School Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for our families, learners, staff, and visitors. If you enjoy connecting with people, solving problems, and helping create a positive school experience, we’d love to meet you.
Position Summary
The School Receptionist serves as the welcoming face of Phoenix Modern while supporting the daily operations of the front office. This role manages communication, greets visitors, assists with attendance and learner needs, and provides administrative support that helps the school run smoothly.
The ideal candidate is friendly, detail-oriented, organized, tech-savvy, and able to balance multiple priorities while creating a positive experience for everyone who enters our school.
Essential Responsibilities
(Other duties may be assigned.)
- Front Office & Family Support
- Welcome families, learners, visitors, vendors, and community members with warmth and professionalism
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls, emails, and front desk inquiries.
- Assist families with general questions and help them navigate school procedures.
- Manage visitor check-in and check-out while following campus safety procedures.
- Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and deliveries.
- Maintain a clean, welcoming, and organized reception area.
Attendance & Learner Support
- Monitor daily attendance and support attendance procedures.
- Manage late arrivals and early dismissals.
- Communicate attendance-related information to families and staff.
- Assist learners who visit the front office with basic needs while ensuring they are connected with the appropriate staff member.
Administrative Support
- Provide administrative support to school leadership and staff.
- Maintain learner records, filing systems, and office documentation.
- Assist with scheduling family conferences, enrollment paperwork, and school communications.
- Support coordination of exhibitions, family events, and other school activities.
- Help coordinate the school lunch program.
- Maintain office supplies and place orders as needed.
- Assist with copying, scanning, filing, and other daily administrative tasks.
Qualifications- Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one (1) year of experience in customer service, reception, administrative support, or office operations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with learner and family information.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar) and standard office technology.
Preferred
- Experience working in a school or educational setting.
- Experience with the Synergy Student Information System or a similar student information platform.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Other Requirements
- Must possess or be able to obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Must successfully pass a background check.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to work on-site in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Occasional flexibility in schedule to support school events, family nights, or professional development.
Schedule
This is a part-time position of up to 29 hours per week. Typical hours are Monday through Friday during the school day, with occasional evening events throughout the school year.
*Please apply though this link https://forms.gle/Nfefj6eui5AmK4X5A
Pay: $18.50 – $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Front Desk Receptionist Role
Company: Phoenix Modern – Valley Learning Foundation of Arizona
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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