School Front Desk & Student Support Specialist

Scion Staffing, Inc.; Portola Valley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Work

Competitive Pay

Consistent Schedule

Supportive Environment

Growth Potential

Job summary

Scion Staffing, Inc. has been engaged to fill a School Receptionist role at a private educational institution in the Palo Alto area. This full-time, onsite temporary position runs Nov 2, 2026, through Apr 9, 2027, with potential extension or conversion.

The school seeks a friendly, detail-oriented team member to welcome students and families and support daily front office operations. The role involves answering phones, greeting visitors, assisting with routine student needs, attendance support,

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school or similar setting preferred.
• Reception/front office, customer service or administrative support experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.
• Excellent organizational abilities and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the welcoming first point of contact for students, families, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Answer phones, greet guests, and respond to general inquiries.
• Assist students with routine needs, minor injuries, illness and first aid per procedures.
• Support daily student attendance, arrivals, dismissals, and parent communications.
• Provide administrative support to teachers and office staff.
• Assist with school events and supervise students during lunch, recess, and activities.
• Maintain an organized, confidential front office and adapt to changing priorities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Scion Staffing, Inc. has been engaged to fill a School Receptionist role at a private educational institution in the Palo Alto area. This full-time, onsite temporary position runs Nov 2, 2026, through Apr 9, 2027, with potential extension or conversion.

The school seeks a friendly, detail-oriented team member to welcome students and families and support daily front office operations. The role involves answering phones, greeting visitors, assisting with routine student needs, attendance support,