Bilingual School Receptionist, Year Round

Young World Physical Education; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Shore Educational Collaborative in Cambridge, MA is seeking a bilingual School Receptionist for a full-time, year-round role. The receptionist greets families and students, serves as a key resource to the school community, and supports a culture of respect and achievement in a diverse environment.

The position is located at the school entrance and may involve occasional duties at Shore's Chelsea office during summer, with a 40-hour work week and occasional administrative responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish required.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED; Associate's or Bachelor's degree a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill receptionist duties with a friendly, approachable demeanor and greet visitors.
• Provide accurate and courteous service to students, families, and staff daily.
• Handle administrative tasks and data entry related to attendance, immunizations, and registration.
• Maintain stocked office supplies and manage mail and communications.
• Coordinate with facilities for operations and support staff needs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Bilingual School Receptionist, Year Round

Shore Educational Collaborative Cambridge - School - Cambridge, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5850021
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Shore Educational Collaborative’s new program in Cambridge, a school for children with disabilities from pre-kindergarten to age 22, is seeking an energetic, dedicated and flexible professional with exemplary customer service skills willing to support a school‑wide culture of respect and achievement with an appreciation of diversity. The receptionist is the first point of contact for families and students, as well as a vital resource to the school community. The receptionist should always exhibit professionalism, treat people with respect, and be firm but compassionate in how they address the day‑to‑day challenges of a rigorous and purposeful school.

This position will be located at the entrance of a leased space in Cambridge, so the candidate must be comfortable greeting and building professional relationships with community members in addition to Shore families and staff.

This is a full‑time, year round position (40 hrs/week). During the summer, the person in this position will potentially also support Shore's administrative office or school in Chelsea.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fulfill receptionist duties to the highest level, exhibiting a pleasant and approachable demeanor and promoting cheerfulness, including routing incoming phone calls and greeting visitors.
• Provide thorough and efficient service to students, staff, families, and guests of Shore Educational Collaborative through daily interactions and routine tasks.
• Perform administrative and data entry duties; such as record and report student attendance, immunizations and assist with student registration.
• Ensure office supplies are kept in stock.
• Receive and distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing student communications, including but not limited to attendance letters, progress reports, and new school year welcome packets.
• Manage common spaces to maintain appearance and functionality, and use.
• Communicate with facilities team to support staff operations needs using the work order system.
• Regularly stock and manage copier needs, inventory and supplies, including copier maintenance or paper requests.
• Assist in the food service ordering, documentation, etc.

Requirements

• Fluency in oral and written communication skills in both English and Spanish required.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required, Associates or Bachelor’s degree a plus.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20 to $24 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Support Staff > Receptionist

Support Staff > Secretary

Contact Information

• Joanne Semenza
• 201 Crescent Avenue
• Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]