10 Month Receptionist

Highlands School; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlands School in Highlands, NC is seeking a courteous School Receptionist for a 10-month term. You will be the first point of contact for students, families, staff and visitors, providing front-office support and handling general inquiries.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, checking in students, assisting with attendance records, managing mail and records, and supporting administrators with routine tasks. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous receptionist or clerical experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to provide professional customer service.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with computers and standard office equipment.
• Ability to learn and utilize district information systems and software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when working with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors professionally.
• Answer, screen, and direct calls and messages.
• Maintain a welcoming front-office environment.
• Assist with student check-in/out and attendance processes.
• Perform clerical duties: data entry, filing, mail distribution.
• Support school events and meetings.
• Maintain confidential student and employee information.
• Operate office equipment and district software.
• Follow safety procedures and monitor access to the school.
• Assist administrators during emergency situations as directed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

10 Month Receptionist

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This job is also posted in Macon County School District (NC) , and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5915514
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Location: Highlands School
Reports To: Principal / Designee
Employment Term: 10 Months

Position Summary

The School Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors at Highlands School. This position provides professional front-office support, assists with daily school operations, and helps maintain a welcoming, organized, and secure school environment. The receptionist must demonstrate excellent customer service, communication, organization, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy school setting.

Key Responsibilities

Front Office & Customer Service

• Greet and assist students, parents, staff, visitors, and community members in a professional and courteous manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming telephone calls and messages.
• Respond to general questions and provide accurate information regarding school procedures and activities.
• Maintain a welcoming, professional, and organized front-office environment.
• Direct visitors and families to the appropriate staff member or location.

Student & Visitor Support

• Assist with student check-in and check-out procedures in accordance with school and district policies.
• Follow established visitor management and school safety procedures.
• Maintain appropriate visitor records and assist with issuing visitor identification or passes.
• Assist students who report to the front office and contact parents/guardians or appropriate staff as needed.
• Support student attendance and other front-office processes as assigned.

Clerical & Administrative Support

• Perform general clerical duties, including data entry, filing, copying, scanning, preparing correspondence, and maintaining records.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail, packages, and school communications.
• Assist administrators and office staff with scheduling, documents, reports, and other administrative tasks.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student and employee information.
• Assist with school events, meetings, and other activities as requested.
• Operate standard office equipment and district software systems as required.

Communication & Confidentiality

• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, employees, and members of the public.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, personnel, and school information in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
• Relay messages and information accurately and promptly.
• Exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive or confidential situations.

School Operations & Safety

• Follow all district and school safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Assist administrators during emergency situations as directed.
• Help monitor access to the school through the main office.
• Report safety concerns or unusual situations promptly to school administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous receptionist, clerical, administrative, customer service, or school-office experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to provide professional and courteous customer service.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and interruptions in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with computers, email, office software, and standard office equipment.
• Ability to learn and utilize district information systems and software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when working with sensitive information.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, staff, and community members.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including sitting or standing for extended periods, operating office equipment, communicating effectively in person and by telephone, and occasionally lifting or moving office materials and supplies.

Professional Expectations

The School Receptionist is expected to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, confidentiality, flexibility, and a positive attitude while supporting the mission of Highlands School and Macon County Schools. The employee must comply with all applicable Board of Education policies, district procedures, and state and federal requirements.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kiomarie Wilson , HR Coordinator
• Central Office
• Franklin, North Carolina 28734
• Phone: [phone] Ext. 1038
• Email: [e-mail]

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