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Front Desk Receptionist

Front Desk Receptionist

Total Job Openings: 1

Job Start Date: July 1, 2026

Employment Type: 10 month

Job Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Work Hours: 8:00 am -3 pm

Experience Requirements

Preferred qualifications may include:
prior administrative or customer service experience
school office experience preferred but not required
proficiency with email, Google Workspace, and basic office technology
ability to learn school systems such as FACTS and internal communication tools

Physical Requirement

Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout the school day
Ability to multitask in a school office environment
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Responsibilities

Front Office Hospitality
Welcome and assist parents, visitors, students, and staff
Create a warm, calm, and organized front office atmosphere
Manage visitor check-in and school security procedures
Answer phones and respond to general office inquiries
Assist families with general questions
Student Support
Assist students arriving late or leaving early
Help manage student sign-in/sign-out procedures
Communicate student needs to teachers and staff
Support the nurse and administration when needed
Help students feel known, cared for, and safe
Administrative Support
Organize and distribute incoming mail and deliveries
Maintain organized front office systems and files
Help maintain calendars, announcements, and front office materials
Attendance & Daily Operations
Assist with attendance tracking and parent communication
Support daily operational flow during arrival and dismissal
Help maintain accurate student records and office documentation
Monitor front office supplies and organizational needs
Event & Community Support
Assist with school events and hospitality needs
Help welcome prospective families during tours or events
Support volunteer coordination as needed
Help create a positive family experience throughout the school year
Help with kiosk check-in

Security Clearance Requirement

Intensive Background Check

Skills

This position is best suited for someone who naturally demonstrates:
consistency
hospitality
organization
patience
emotional steadiness
attention to detail
A strong fit for this role often enjoys:
routines
serving others
relationship-building
creating welcoming environments

Qualifications

We are seeking someone who:
is warm, dependable, and relational
communicates clearly and kindly
enjoys helping people
can remain calm during busy moments
values organization and follow-through
works well with children and families
supports the mission and Christian worldview of ECS
desires long-term stability and growth within the school community