Part-Time Receptionist

Brightmont Academy; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Brightmont Academy in Naperville, IL seeks a friendly Receptionist to welcome visitors and support campus operations. This part-time role emphasizes professional communication, accurate clerical work, and a proactive, student-centered approach.

The successful candidate will handle calls, messages, and scheduling while assisting new students and teachers on their first days. Strong computer skills (Google, Excel) and dependable attendance are required.

Qualifications

• Equivalency of experience or a Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, mornings through afternoons, Monday through Friday.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly in Google and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both on the phone and in person.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming calls from prospective and current families and communicate messages to the Campus Director for follow-up.
• Answer questions politely and professionally by phone and in person.
• Support new students and new teachers on their first days on campus.
• Assist with student lunch supervision and monitor student activity in the lounge, homework, and other areas.
• Handle office tasks such as attendance and reordering supplies.
• Coordinate special events and campus activities like graduation ceremonies.
• Build campus culture by displaying student work and keeping areas neat.
• Other duties may apply

Skills

Google applications

Excel

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Part Time Naperville, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3061

Salary Range: $20.00 To $23.00 Hourly

At Brightmont Academy, we believe in redefining what it means to teach! Since 1999, we’ve helped students in grades 1–12 achieve their full potential through personalized one-to-one instruction. With 25 campuses across 10 states, we create a nurturing, student-centered environment where meaningful learning happens every day.

Our one-to-one approach adapts accredited curricula to each learning style, making a real difference in a student’s academic and personal growth. Students attend Brightmont Academy for a variety of reasons, whether it’s related to learning challenges, anxiety, attention, giftedness, or the need for flexible schedules. They rely on our trained instructors and staff for strategies and support that prepare them for bright futures.

About The Position

We are looking for a master multi-tasker with exceptional communication skills and an upbeat attitude. Our Receptionists are the first to welcome all visitors by providing polite and professional assistance via phone, mail, and e-mail. As a support to the Campus Director, they assist with daily office tasks, and provide a helpful and positive presence on the campus.

Our successful Receptionists are professional, polite, and attentive while also being efficient and accurate. They are always prepared and responsive to meet each daily challenge. A seasoned experience level with computers (particularly Google applications), general office tasks, and excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must. Most importantly, our Receptionists have a genuine desire to meet the needs of others.

Receive incoming calls from prospective and current families helping accordingly, and communicate messages to the Campus Director for prompt follow-up

Answer questions politely and professionally, by phone and in person, in a positive, friendly, and solution-oriented manner

Support new students and new teachers on their first days on campus

Assist with student lunch supervision and monitor student activity in the lounge, homework, and other group areas throughout the day

Handle office tasks, such as attendance and reordering supplies

Coordinate special events and campus activities like the Graduation Ceremony

Build a campus culture by displaying student work, organizing campus activities, keeping common areas neat and clean, etc.

Other duties may apply

Equivalent experience or a Bachelor’s degree preferred

Regular and predictable attendance

Ability to work a flexible schedule, mornings through afternoons, Monday through Friday

Excellent computer skills, particularly in Google and Excel

Excellent communication skills, both on the phone and in-person

Desire to be proactive and create a positive experience for others

Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring, with the ability to inspire and promote the philosophy, mission, and pillars of Brightmont Academy.

Physical presence on the campus and/or corporate office is required as it is part of the essential function of the job. The particular job duties of this position may change based upon the needs of Brightmont Academy. Additional administrative duties may be assigned at the discretion of the supervisor. Brightmont Academy reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet its operational needs.

Brightmont Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Our intent is to recruit, hire, and train all persons in all job groups in accordance with the law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin, sexual preference, or any other protected status.

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