Bilingual Front Desk Coordinator (Part-Time)

Alma del Mar; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Paid personal days

Paid holidays

Paid school breaks

403(b) retirement plan with matching

Job summary

Alma del Mar, a K-8 charter school in New Bedford, MA, seeks a Receptionist to welcome families, manage front desk sign-ins, answer calls, and schedule meetings with staff. The role supports events and daily operations, requiring English/Spanish fluency and strong organizational skills.

The position is temporary (Nov 1 – May 20) with hourly pay and benefits. The school emphasizes a welcoming environment and professional service for families and staff.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish required (read, write, speak).
• Proficient in email and digital calendars.
• Ability to problem solve independently and collaboratively.
• Flexible and adaptable to new technologies and initiatives.
• Well organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Warmly welcome families into the school and greet visitors.
• Manage front desk sign-in logs for adults and scholars.
• Answer phone calls and take messages for staff.
• Schedule meetings between families and staff, including high-volume times.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of school events (family conferences, PD, graduation).
• Maintain professional customer service in fast-paced, sometimes stressful situations.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Email & calendar management

Problem solving

Adaptability to technology

Organization & detail-oriented

Job description

Alma del Mar, a K-8 charter school in New Bedford, MA, seeks a Receptionist to welcome families, manage front desk sign-ins, answer calls, and schedule meetings with staff. The role supports events and daily operations, requiring English/Spanish fluency and strong organizational skills.

The position is temporary (Nov 1 – May 20) with hourly pay and benefits. The school emphasizes a welcoming environment and professional service for families and staff.