Receptionist

RYSS Texas Public Schools; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

RYSS Texas Public Schools at RYSS Academy in Brownsville is seeking a Receptionist to handle front office, clerical duties and serve as a primary contact for students, families and staff. You will manage calls, greet visitors, assist with enrollment questions and support daily campus operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years in a related role, with preference for school experience and bilingual English/Spanish abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of administrative, clerical or front desk experience required.
• School/educational environment experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide front office, administrative and clerical support.
• Greet and direct visitors; manage calls and communications.
• Support student arrival/dismissal procedures and enrollment questions.
• Maintain front office records and assist campus leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Organization

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in business/office administration

Tools

Computers

Email

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Receptionist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5904683
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 27, 2026 2:01 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Receptionist

Reports To: Principal
Organization: Tejano Center
Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools
Location: RYSS Academy at Brownsville

POSITION SUMMARY

The Receptionist provides front office, administrative, and clerical support to the RYSS Texas Public Schools Pasadena Campus and serves as a primary point of contact for students, parents, employees, visitors, and community members.

This position is responsible for maintaining a professional, welcoming, organized, and efficient front office environment while assisting with daily campus operations. The Receptionist greets and directs visitors, manages incoming calls and communications, supports student arrival and dismissal procedures, assists families with enrollment and lottery questions, maintains front office records, and provides general administrative support to campus leadership and staff.

The Receptionist must demonstrate professionalism, excellent customer service, confidentiality, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced school environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College coursework in business administration, office administration, education, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of administrative, clerical, receptionist, customer service, or related experience required.
• Experience working in a school or educational environment preferred.
• Experience working directly with students, parents, employees, and the public preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, parents, employees, visitors, and community members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student, employee, and organizational information.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and manage multiple responsibilities and interruptions.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a campus team.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and resolve routine concerns appropriately.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, logs, files, and documentation.
• Proficiency in computers, email, word processing, spreadsheets, and other standard office technology.
• Ability to learn and effectively use district student information and administrative systems.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and campus needs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Work Calendar Status: 12 Months (238 Days)
Salary: MIN:$14.72/hrly MID:$16.52/hrly MAX:$18.47/hrly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Emp Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Receptionist

Contact Information

• Juan J Santos , Executive Director of Human Talent
• 2950 Broadway St.
• Houston, Texas 77017
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]