Childcare - Front Desk Associate
About The Position
The Goddard School of Charlestown is seeking a friendly, dependable, and organized Front Desk Associate to provide administrative support and create a warm, professional first impression for families, children, staff, and visitors. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy, people-focused environment and can confidently balance customer service with day-to-day administrative responsibilities. This role is perfect for someone looking for consistent weekday hours without evenings or weekends while becoming an important part of a school community. You’ll have the opportunity to build relationships with families and staff, support the school's daily operations, and help create the welcoming experience families receive from the moment they walk through the door.
Requirements
- Friendly, professional, organized, and comfortable interacting with families throughout the day.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and excellent customer service.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Comfortable using computers and performing data entry
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar programs
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Professional and welcoming demeanor
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy school environment
- Dependable and punctual
- Comfortable working in an environment with young children
Nice To Haves
- Previous front desk, receptionist, administrative, or customer service experience
Responsibilities
- Answering and directing incoming phone calls
- Greeting families, children, visitors, and prospective families in a friendly and professional manner
- Assisting families with general questions and directing inquiries to the appropriate team member
- Performing data entry and maintaining accurate records
- Filing, scanning, copying, and organizing documents
- Maintaining organized electronic and physical files
- Assisting with emails and general correspondence
- Receiving and distributing mail, packages, and other deliveries
- Supporting school leadership with administrative projects and daily tasks
- Helping maintain an organized, professional, and welcoming front office
- Assisting with other clerical and front desk responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- Childcare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
