Front Desk Receptionist (Part-Time)

Easter Seals Florida•Daytona Beach, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals Florida is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to provide professional customer service and administrative support to the Early Childhood team at the Explorer Academy in Daytona Beach. As the first point of contact for families, visitors, and staff, the receptionist helps maintain a welcoming, organized, and compliant environment. The role suits a detail-oriented, approachable person who can balance administrative work with customer service in a fast-paced, people-centered setting. This part-time position is approximately 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The pay rate is $16.00 per hour. Easterseals Florida offers professional development opportunities, an Employee Assistance Program, a 401(k) savings plan, a wellness program, a work-life-balance-supportive culture, and the opportunity to make an impact in the community.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–2 years of administrative or general office experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to organize time, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Integrity, tact, professionalism, and sound judgment.
An energetic, resourceful, and professional approach that promotes a positive, respectful, team-based environment.
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing needs.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
Bilingual Spanish/English skills are a plus.
Previous experience in a preschool or daycare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Welcome Easterseals clients, visitors, and staff, provide assistance, and serve as the first point of contact.
Communicate professionally by phone, email, and in person.
Perform general administrative duties, including answering phones, filing, copying, and generating reports.
Collect Early Childhood Center fees and prepare deposits in accordance with accounting procedures.
Ensure accurate child check-in and check-out and maintain attendance records in compliance with agency and regulatory requirements.
Upload and manage required documentation in ProCare, ensuring timely completion and parent signatures.
Document and report accidents and incidents in ProCare.
Respond promptly to parent and staff inquiries and communicate documentation requirements to support compliance before entry.
Maintain an accurate waitlist using the Easterseals data management system.
Keep the front lobby clean and welcoming and ensure visitors, vendors, and contractors are signed in and out.
Collaborate with the Director to create and maintain newsletter content as requested.