Preschool Front Desk Receptionist

tiny tunes daycare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus

Free food & snacks

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

tiny tunes daycare in New York City is seeking a friendly, organized Preschool Front Desk Receptionist to join our team. The role blends front-desk duties with light classroom and facility support in a warm childcare setting.

You will greet families, manage calls and records, assist with enrollment and paperwork, and help with kitchen restocking and cleaning to maintain a welcoming, safe environment for children and staff.

Qualifications

• Previous front desk, receptionist, administrative, or childcare experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to maintain records.
• Friendly, patient, reliable, and professional attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Greet parents, children, visitors, and staff in a warm and professional manner.
• Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and assist families with general information.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and administrative documents.
• Assist with enrollment paperwork, filing, data entry, and daily office tasks.
• Communicate important information to parents and staff.
• Monitor and maintain a clean, organized front desk area.
• Restock kitchen supplies, including utensils and paper goods.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning and organization to maintain cleanliness.
• Monitor inventory and notify management when supplies need reordering.
• Be comfortable performing general cleaning duties and maintain the facility.
• Support teachers and administrative staff with daily tasks as needed.
• Follow childcare safety, confidentiality, and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Data entry

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Paid time off
• Training & development

We are seeking a friendly, organized, dependable, and professional Preschool Front Desk Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a childcare environment, communicate effectively with families and staff, and be comfortable assisting with daily administrative and facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet parents, children, visitors, and staff in a warm and professional manner.
• Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and assist families with general information.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and administrative documents.
• Assist with enrollment paperwork, filing, data entry, and daily office tasks.
• Communicate important information to parents and staff.
• Monitor and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming front desk area.
• Restock kitchen supplies, including utensils, paper goods, and other necessary items.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning and organization, ensuring surfaces and supplies are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Monitor inventory and notify management when supplies need to be reordered.
• Be comfortable performing general cleaning duties, including wiping surfaces, sanitizing shared areas, organizing supplies, and helping maintain the facility's cleanliness.
• Support teachers and administrative staff with daily tasks as needed.
• Follow all childcare safety, confidentiality, and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous front desk, receptionist, administrative, or childcare experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to maintain records.
• Friendly, patient, reliable, and professional attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to assist with kitchen restocking, cleaning, and general facility upkeep.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced preschool environment.

Important:

This position involves both administrative responsibilities and hands‑on support with daily facility operations. Applicants must be comfortable assisting with cleaning, kitchen restocking, and maintaining an organized, sanitary environment.

We are looking for a flexible, dependable team player who takes initiative and is committed to helping maintain a safe, welcoming, and well‑organized preschool.