Front Office Receptionist

Front Desk RepresentativeCentral Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016 NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024 National Charter School, 2020 College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024 College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024 Great Schools College Success Award, % graduation rate, 2011- % acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011Responsibilities Include:Provide a warm, professional welcome to all visitors, ensuring they are properly signed in accordance with district safety protocolsDirect incoming calls to the appropriate departments and take detailed messages for staff and administration.Serve as a resource for parents regarding school schedules, events, and general inquiries.Monitor the main entrance, verify identification, and issue visitor badges to maintain a secure campusAssist in coordinating school safety drills and serve as a central communication hub during emergency situationsFollow all Board policies and OSHA standards as outlined in the School Employee HandbookManage daily student attendance, late sign ins, and early dismissalHandle student record requests and maintain organized filing systems for administrative documentsMonitor office supply levels and coordinate with the Director of Operations for ordering as needed.Essential Duties:Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadershipAccounts for student attendance and punctualityFollows all county, state, and federal policies and proceduresFollows professional ethics in all work-related activitiesAdditional Responsibilities:Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absentAvoids behaviors which detract from staff moralePerforms other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Proven communication and instructional strategiesClassroom management skillsExcellent communication skills both orally and in writingExcellent organizational skills.Minimum Requirements:High School diploma or equivalentNJ Criminal HistoryWork authorization in the U.S.Tuberculosis TestExperience is a plus.Opportunities:Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low costNJ state pension plan enrollmentPaid professional development opportunitiesPaid time offOpportunities for extra stipends.8 hour shift - Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Job Types: Full-time, 12-Month Contract Salary Starting: $43,000.00 per year