Front Office Assistant (Elementary-Middle School) Position Available In Durham, North Carolina

Front Office Assistant (Elementary-Middle School) Community School of Digital and Visual Arts Durham, NC Job Details Full-time $35,000 – $40,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Bilingual Microsoft Word Mandarin Spanish Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Organizational skills Communication skills Entry level Time management

Full Job Description Location:

Durham ,

NC Reports To:

Chief Operation Officer and School Principal FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Employment Type:

Full-Time Job Summary:

The Front Office Assistant serves as the first point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors in the school office. This role is vital in ensuring the efficient and welcoming operation of the front office. The assistant performs a wide range of clerical and administrative duties while maintaining a positive and professional environment .

Key Responsibilities:

Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner Answer and route incoming calls, take messages, and respond to inquiries Monitor school entrance and manage visitor check-in procedures per school safety policies Provide administrative support to the principal, office manager, and teaching staff as needed Maintain student attendance records and enter daily absences/tardies Assist with student sign-in/out procedures and communicate with parents/guardians accordingly Coordinate deliveries, mail distribution, and school supply inventory Help organize school events, field trip logistics, and other office-related functions Administer basic first aid and contact parents in case of student illness or injury Uphold confidentiality and comply with FERPA and district policies Perform other duties as assigned to support school operations

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma / College Graduate Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable learning new systems Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organization, multitasking, and time-management abilities Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in a school environment

Preferred:

Prior experience in a school or educational setting Familiarity with student information systems (e.g., PowerSchool, Infinite Campus) Bilingual (Spanish, Mandarin, etc.) is a plus

Working Conditions:

Standard school office environment Frequent interaction with students, parents, and staff May involve standing for extended periods and occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs) Requires flexibility, patience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

CSDVA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35,000.00 – $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Work Location:

In person