Child Care Receptionist, Bentonville AR, Little Squiggles
About The Position
Join our Bright Horizons family as a Receptionist, where your strong communication skills and welcome presence will have a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and staff. As the first point of contact for our center or school, you will play a critical role in creating a positive, professional, and safe environment for everyone who enters our doors. In this role, you will manage front desk communications, support administrative operations, and help ensure the safety and supervision of children, all while building strong relationships with families and coworkers. You will do rewarding work and be greeted each day by smiling faces and meaningful connections.
Requirements
- Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
- 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
- Must meet all applicable federal and state requirements, which may include TB testing, physical exam, and OSHA training
- This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
- If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree is preferred
Responsibilities
- Welcome families and visitors while managing incoming phone calls and inquiries in a courteous, professional manner
- Track student attendance and ensure all files are current, confidential, and secure
- Provide support where needed throughout the center
- Supervise and interact daily with children outdoors for extended periods in varied weather conditions
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
- Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
- Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
