Job Description
Job Posting ID:
104 Location(s): 999 District Wide Employment Type:
Full Time Job Type:
Hourly Posted Date:
05/18/2026 Deadline:
Until Filled Pay:
$19.41 - $23.31 Hours per Day:
8:00:00 SUMMARY The Campus Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors, creating a welcoming and professional front office environment. This role manages daily administrative and clerical tasks, supports campus operations, and ensures efficient communication, organization, and confidentiality across departments. CAMPUS RECEPTIONIST
About NYOS NYOS
Charter School—Not Your Ordinary School—is a free public charter school founded in 1998 by a group of parents who wanted more out of education for their children. Through a commitment to our students, staff, and academic excellence, we have grown to serve over 1,600 students in PreK through 12th grade. At NYOS, we educate the whole student. We foster a collegial Pre-K - 12 program that challenges each learner with rigorous academics, innovative strategies, and expectations for civic engagement. Why Work at NYOS Charter School? At NYOS Charter School, we educate the whole student through rigorous academics, innovative strategies, and civic engagement. Our community values diversity, collaboration, and strong relationships among students, teachers, and parents. Community Culture:
Supportive and inclusive environment with small class sizes and unique traditions. Opportunities for feedback and mentorship from tenured teachers. Collaborative planning spaces for team and subject-level innovation. Flexibility and Autonomy:
Teachers have the autonomy to innovate and personalize instruction. All staff are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute creatively. Long-Term Sustainability:
Continuous learning through embedded professional development and workshops. Healthy work-life balance with unique break schedules and half-day Fridays. Empowerment to influence positive change within the organization. Join us to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and advance your career in a nurturing and forward-thinking environment. Position Overview:
The Campus Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors, creating a welcoming and professional front office environment. This role manages incoming calls, greets and checks in visitors, supports daily campus operations, and provides administrative assistance to ensure efficient office workflow. The ideal candidate is organized, personable, and able to handle multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality and a strong NYOS community focus. Primary Responsibilities:
Front Desk and Visitor Management Greet visitors, parents, students, and vendors, and ensure sign-in/sign-out procedures are followed. Answer incoming phone calls, redirect calls, and take messages. Work independently or with the Admin Assistant to the Principal using established procedures; prioritize tasks, maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, and stay organized and calm amid frequent interruptions. Direct visitors and students to appropriate offices or locations. Monitor the lobby and front office area to ensure only authorized individuals enter campus areas. Maintain front desk appearance and organization. Manage student tardy/early pickup processes. Issue tardy slips to students when tardy Supervise and monitor student office aides Assist during emergency drills and campus safety procedures. Office Logistics & Communication Receive mail, packages, donations, and other items dropped off on campus and distribute appropriately Maintain bulletin boards, signage, and front entrance communication boards, as requested. Assist in organizing and maintaining the lost and found and uniform supplies weekly. Ensure the staff workroom is stocked with supplies (Butcher paper, copy paper, mailbox support, and basic kitchen supplies). Dignity lockers are stocked as well. Campus Support Tasks Assist with facility requests from staff. Manage campus binders (visitor logs and volunteers). Support substitute check-in and direct them to classrooms. Maintain message boards and front office communication displays. Welcome new families and support the enrollment process, as needed. Manage the School Dismissal Management program Shared Duties with Administrative Assistants Answer phones and provide general customer service to families and staff. Assist in coordinating or scheduling School Photos Assist in maintaining supplies for campus staff Manage student tardy/early pickup processes. Coordinate substitute teacher scheduling and onboarding as needed. Maintain confidentiality regarding student and staff information. Support the Administrative Assistant to the Principal in duties as needed. Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree preferred) Previous front office, receptionist, or administrative experience Strong customer service and interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides, etc.) and general office technology Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information Professional demeanor and appearance Demonstrates ability to effectively de-escalate challenging or sensitive situations with students, families, and visitors while maintaining professionalism, composure, and a solution-oriented mindset. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a school or educational setting Familiarity with student information systems (e.g., Skyward, PowerSchool) Bilingual (Spanish preferred) Knowledge of basic attendance procedures and front office operations Compensation and Benefits:
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including: 210 Service Days Health, dental, and vision insurance Short and Long-term disability Participation in the Texas Teacher Retirement System 403b and 457 investment plans Health Savings Accounts 11 days of Paid Time Off Discounted Health Club Membership A culture of continuous learning with opportunities for professional development This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer NYOS Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or disability, in hiring or providing education or access to benefits of educational services, activities, and programs. The Executive Director has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX. The Director of Special Services has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Both can be reached at 12333 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78753, 512-583-6967. Fingerprinting and background checks are mandatory for all applicants. How To Apply Want to be part of our amazing team at NYOS Charter School? Apply today through our Careers page. If you see a position that matches your skills, click Apply Now. If you don't see something right now that matches your skills, you can still sign up for Job Alerts. If you need any further assistance, you can contact the NYOS HR team directly by emailing us at humanresources@nyos.org We are always more than happy to help!
