Admissions Front Desk Specialist (Temporary)

Princeton Day School; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton Day School is seeking a Temporary Admission Assistant and Receptionist for the Admissions department in Princeton, NJ. The hourly, non-exempt role runs early November 2026 through February 2027, with a 37.5-hour work week (Mon-Fri, 8:00am–4:00pm).

The ideal candidate will administer assessments, manage application documents across databases, communicate with families, support admission events, and greet visitors as receptionist.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Child Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or Special Education.
• Experience in Early Childhood settings or with children is required.
• Experience administering assessments is a plus.
• Knowledge of independent schools is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing schedules.
• Proficiency in technical skills such as database management and basic digital literacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and administer standardized assessments for Lower School applicants.
• Track and manage required documents for Admission files and update databases.
• Correspond with applicants via phone and email regarding missing components.
• Scan and upload documents and oversee scoring of writing samples.
• Communicate professionally with applicants' families by phone and email.
• Provide administrative support for admission-related tasks and events.
• Assist with preparation for admission committee meetings.
• Serve as receptionist to greet families and visitors and answer the phone.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal沟通 skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Database management

Basic computer applications

Job description

Princeton Day School is seeking a Temporary Admission Assistant and Receptionist for the Admissions department in Princeton, NJ. The hourly, non-exempt role runs early November 2026 through February 2027, with a 37.5-hour work week (Mon-Fri, 8:00am–4:00pm).

The ideal candidate will administer assessments, manage application documents across databases, communicate with families, support admission events, and greet visitors as receptionist.