Bilingual School Receptionist, Year Round

Shore Educational Collaborative; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shore Educational Collaborative’s Owen School, serving children with disabilities from pre-kindergarten to age 22, seeks a bilingual school receptionist to support a respectful, achievement-focused culture. You will be the first contact for families and students, maintaining professionalism with firm, compassionate communication.

This year-round, full-time position (40 hrs/week) offers stability and opportunities to assist attendance, communications, and IT support while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Spanish is required.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Willingness to participate in interpreter training and provide interpreter services as needed.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill receptionist duties with a pleasant, approachable demeanor and greet visitors.
• Provide thorough, efficient service to students, families, and staff.
• Perform data entry and administrative tasks, including attendance and immunizations records.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Bilingual School Receptionist, Year Round

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Job Details

Job ID: 5941163
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description: Shore Educational Collaborative’s Owen School, 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 is a year round, full-time position (40 hrs/week).

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.
• Deploy 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.
• Provide administrative support to the Information Technology Department.

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.
• Willingness to participate in training as an interpreter, and to provide that service as needed and during family events.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $22 to $26 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]

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