Receptionist/Assistant - Part Time - Temporary Position

Princeton Day School; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton Day School in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Temporary Admission Assistant and Receptionist in the Admissions department, beginning early November 2026 through February 2027. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (approximately 37.5 hours weekly).

The ideal candidate will conduct assessments for Lower School applicants, manage admission documents, communicate with families, provide administrative support, assist with admission committee meetings, and greet visitors as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Child Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or Special Education.
• Early Childhood Classroom teaching or similar experience with children required.
• Experience administering assessments a plus.
• Knowledge of Independent Schools a plus.
• Strong work ethic.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical and time management skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing schedule.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, database management, and digital literacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and administer standardized assessments for Lower School applicants.
• Track and manage required documents for the Admission application files and update data in two admission databases, correspond with applicants regarding missing components via phone and email, scan and upload documents, and oversee the scoring of writing samples.
• Communicate with applicants' families by phone and email professionally and with a sense of urgency.
• Provide administrative support for admission-related tasks and events.
• Assist with preparation for admission committee meetings.
• Serve as receptionist to greet families and visitors and answer the phone.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Independent & collaborative work

Adaptability

Basic computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Child Psychology / ECE / Special Education preferred

Tools

Database management

Office software

Basic digital literacy

Job description

Job Description

Princeton Day School is seeking a Temporary Admission Assistant and Receptionist to work in our Admissions department.

This is a temporary non-exempt (hourly) position beginning early November 2026 through February 2027. This position will work 5-days a week in our office located in Princeton, NJ; Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, approximately 37.5 hours weekly. Hours may vary depending on business needs.

For This Position, The Ideal Candidate Is Expected To

• Conduct and administer standardized assessments for Lower School applicants.


• Track and manage required documents for the Admission application files to ensure completion by deadline: update data in two admission databases, correspond with applicants regarding missing components via phone and email, scan and upload documents, and oversee the scoring of writing samples.


• Communicate with applicants' families by phone and email professionally and with a sense of urgency.


• Provide administrative support for admission-related tasks and events.


• Assist with preparation for admission committee meetings.


• Serve as receptionist to greet families and visitors and answer the phone.

Qualifications And Personal Attributes

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Child Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or Special Education


• Early Childhood Classroom teaching or similar experience with children required


• Experience administering assessments a plus


• Knowledge of Independent Schools a plus


• Strong work ethic


• Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical and time management skills required


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Outstanding organizational skills


• Ability to meet deadlines


• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively


• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality


• Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing schedule


• Proficiency in technical skills, such as basic computer applications, database management, and basic digital literacy.

Compensation Range : $22.00 - $25.00 an hour (this role is not eligible for benefits)

At Princeton Day School, offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package is one way we recognize our employee's contribution to the success of the school and our role in helping our employees and their families be healthy, feel secure and maintain work/life balance. Full-time and part-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for PDS' competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous 403(b) match, paid time off, and many other valuable benefits.

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

Qualified Candidates Should Submit The Following To Be Considered

• Resume


• Cover Letter


• Three (3) professional references