American Academy (AA) has an immediate opening for a full-time front office Receptionist for Motsenbocker campus. The Receptionist reports to the Office Manager and is responsible for managing visitors, volunteers, attendance, school messages, etc.
Responsibilities:
Adhere to the mission and philosophy of American Academy with enthusiasm, commitment, and integrity
Uphold and model American Academy’s Character Program and Manners
Greet and check-in or assist visitors and volunteers: Maintain a positive “face” for all visitors to American Academy; Maintain a safe environment within the school by electronically checking in all visitors through Easy Lobby
Manage attendance: Record daily attendance and listen to attendance line; Maintain and record all attendance issues; Send daily message to parents of students not called in
Manage school messages: Review all voicemails on a daily basis; Return all messages within 24 business hours; Answer phone calls professionally and courteously
Assist office manager, as required (20%): Assist in the health room; Assist with projects/PTO activities; Assist with student, parent and teacher requests and needs
Positive Contribution to the School Environment: Provide timely and clear communication; Respond to staff and parent emails within 48 hours; Provide monthly updates to the Office Manager; Demonstrate initiative in personal achievements and team support; Maintain integrity with respect to hierarchy in the organization; Demonstrate professionalism; Demonstrate positive relationships with colleagues
Requirements:
High School graduate or equivalent
Minimum job-related experience; Experience in an educational environment preferred
Skills Required
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Minimum job-related experience
- Experience in an educational environment
What We Do
American Academy is a Core Knowledge K-8 public charter school located in Douglas County, Colorado. The school emphasizes S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) and character development to prepare students for high school and the world beyond. Its mission is to innovate the way teachers educate and set a new standard for schools, creating a broader foundation for future learning.
