School Office Manager and Receptionist

The Menta Education Group • Eunice, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Office Manager and Receptionist with The Menta Education Group, you will handle all incoming communications and visitors to the school as well as maintain current and accurate records. This role is crucial for the smooth operation of Menta Academy Eunice, a new school opening Fall 2026, which is committed to providing a learning environment for special needs students in Eunice. The school partners with local districts using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of all students. The special education curriculum is rigorous and relevant, mapping student needs with Common Core Learning Standards. The highly qualified staff utilizes various educational models to ensure students are college, career, and citizenship ready.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable working in a busy fast-paced school environment
• Must be comfortable around students with behavioral and social-emotional needs
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including telephone communications, office systems, and record-keeping
• Knowledge of modern business communications and grammar, including style and format of letters and memorandum
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently and accomplish objectives with minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in use of Google Docs

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required
• Demonstrated experience with Paylocity or similar software preferred

Responsibilities

• Answer, screen and direct all incoming telephone calls
• Fax documents, make copies, and sort and deliver mail
• Handle incoming and outgoing package shipments
• Greet and direct visitors
• Maintain office supplies
• Maintain up-to-date student records
• Contact parents and inform school districts when student is absent
• Maintain staff daily time records
• Perform accounts receivable function for school
• Prepare payroll information for school staff
• Prepare Workers' Compensation reports as required
• Assist corporate staff with additional duties as needed

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
• Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
• 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits for salaried employees
• 403(b) Investment Options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed