Office Assistant/Receptionist

$37,440 - $45,760/Yr

Northeast College Prep - Minneapolis, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Minneapolis, MN

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Office Assistant/Receptionist position at Northeast College Prep is a full-time role focused on providing administrative support within a school environment. The role involves welcoming students and families, managing communications, and assisting with various office tasks to ensure smooth operations. This position is essential for maintaining a professional and organized front office, contributing to the school's mission of fostering a positive educational experience for all students.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming students, families, and visitors to the school
• Answering phones and the front door
• Delivering mail and packages
• Keeping emergency backpacks updated
• Assisting families with enrollment paperwork
• Updating student attendance daily and contacting families regarding absences
• Coordinating interpreter services as needed for meetings and events
• Requesting and assigning substitute coverage for absent staff
• Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with a variety of technologies
• Ability to work in the United States
• Track record of success working in a fast-paced environment

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using PowerSchool or similar student information system
• Experience working with an urban and/or ESL population
• Demonstrated success working with diverse student populations
• Fluency or proficiency in Spanish, Somali, Arabic, or Oromo (Somali preferred)
• Experience working in a customer-facing role

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance