After School Receptionist

Apollo After School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career and professional development

Training in relevant childcare topics

Collaborative environment withschedule

Work-life balance

Job summary

Apollo After School is seeking an outgoing Receptionist for our school-based program in Washington, DC. You will greet students and parents, help with student dismissal, and ensure only authorized individuals enter the building.

Responsibilities include contacting students to confirm pickup, maintaining a safe environment, and promptly reporting security concerns. The role requires a High School Diploma and at least 6 months in security and childcare.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum 6 months experience in security.
• Minimum 6 months experience in childcare.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Greeting students and parents with a positive attitude.
• Managing student dismissal to run efficiently.
• Controlling access to the building for authorized personnel only.
• Contacting students to confirm pickup.
• Providing a safe and secure school environment.
• Actively responding to incidents threatening school security.
• Reporting unusual activity promptly.
• Communicating with Apollo staff at the location.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Apollo After School offers after-school care and enrichment clubs at local schools. We are looking for an outgoing, personable, and organized Receptionist for our school-based program. If this sounds like you, then continue reading!

Compensation: $20 per hour

Location: Washington, DC

Starting Date: School Year 2025-2026

Hours: After Care: Monday to Friday from 3 pm to 6 pm (can vary based on school assigned)

As an Apollo Receptionist, your responsibilities will be:

• Greeting students and parents with a positive and engaging attitude.
• Being in charge of student dismissal and making sure this runs efficiently.
• Managing access to the building for authorized personnel only.
• Contacting students to confirm pickup.
• Providing a safe and secure school environment.
• Actively responding to incidents that threaten school security.
• Reporting unusual activity that might become a safety issue promptly.
• Actively communicating with Apollo staff members in the location.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma.
• Technological proficiency..
• A team player who can collaborate with peers.
• Previous experience in security and in childcare (6 months minimum for each).
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff members, and the public in general.
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues and create action plans related to the security and dismissal of students

Perks:

• Career and professional development opportunities
• Training in relevant childcare subjects
• Collaborative environment with schedule flexibility
• Work-life balance

Physical Environment:

• Able to stay active and on your feet for extended periods.
• Able to move quickly (walk, jog, or run) to ensure student safety.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and participating in physical activities with children.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

Apollo After School or Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.