Temporary Part-Time Receptionist

Heritage Middle School; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Heritage Middle School in Valdese, North Carolina, is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Receptionist to be the first point of contact for students, families, and visitors. This role emphasizes clear communication, phone and email etiquette, and professional demeanor.

You will handle records, scheduling, and routine administrative tasks while supporting administrators and staff. High school education is required, and citizenship or work eligibility is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to answer phones and greet visitors professionally.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and greet visitors to the school.
• Provide information and relay messages to staff.
• Assist with scheduling and basic clerical tasks as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Phone etiquette

Email etiquette

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Temporary Part-Time Receptionist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931143

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 21, 2026

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Receptionist

Job Description

Temporary Part-Time Receptionist

Monday-Friday

Receptionists are often the first people that students, families, and visitors interact with when they call the school. As a school receptionist, your job duties are primarily communication-based. As such, you’ll need to be familiar with proper phone and email etiquette and possess strong interpersonal skills. Your daily tasks may include keeping records, scheduling meetings, and facilitating communication. In some cases, you may be required to provide secretarial support in addition to reception duties.

Communicate With Administrators, Faculty, Students, and Parents

As a receptionist, you’ll answer phone calls, greet visitors, and provide information to parents on the phone. You must speak authoritatively on various topics, including rules, disciplinary measures, and day-to-day operations. You may also be required to present policies and regulations.

Education requirements must have at least high school.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Erin Wall , Principal
• Heritage Middle School
• Phone: [phone]