Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools · 1 month ago
School Receptionist and Student Activities Coordinator-Brownlee Middle School
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$40K/yr - $59K/yrFreedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools is a network of PreK-12 free public charter schools committed to transforming education for students in Memphis, TN, and Birmingham, AL. The School Receptionist and Student Activities Coordinator will manage front desk operations, oversee student activities, and maintain effective communication between parents, staff, and students in a fast-paced school environment.
Charter SchoolsEducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors professionally and courteously
Answer and direct phone calls, take messages and respond to general inquiries
Manage the school’s front desk, ensuring it is organized, welcoming, and efficiently operating
Assist with scheduling appointments for visitors with administrators, faculty, and staff
Maintain and distribute school forms, handbooks, and other documents to parents and visitors
Handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages
Ensure that the school’s visitor sign-in and sign-out procedures are followed using Raptor
Support the office staff with various administrative tasks as needed, such as filing, copying, and data entry
Plan, organize, and oversee a variety of school activities, including cultural events, academic programs, and extracurricular activities, not including athletics
Maintain the Linq Connect platform by updating it with upcoming events and activities throughout the school year
Collaborate with staff, teachers, and student leaders to ensure successful event execution
Maintain and manage event calendars, ensuring no overlap or scheduling conflicts
Coordinate logistics for events, such as venues, equipment, materials, and catering
Collaborate with the school finance manager to track budgets for activities and events, ensuring cost-effective management
Serve on the team responsible for publishing and submitting the annual activities calendar to the Network Operations team
Develop and distribute communication materials, including newsletters, announcements, and promotional content, to students, parents, and staff
Submit communication requests to the Director of Marketing and Communication regularly updating with news, achievements, photographs, social media posts, and upcoming events
Act as a point of contact for inquiries from parents, students, and external parties related to school activities
Create and maintain a consistent tone and style for all communications, aligned with the school’s mission and values
Assist with the student enrollment and registration process
Assist with student check-ins and check-outs during the school day, ensuring proper documentation and parental consent
Maintain confidentiality of all student information in compliance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and school policies
Support special projects or initiatives as requested by school leadership
Provide general administrative support as needed, including managing student information systems and data entry
Maintain a positive, professional, and approachable demeanor at all times
Other Duties as required by the Head of School
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience as a receptionist, administrative assistant, or as an event coordinator
Proficiency in office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and familiarity with school management systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse groups of parents, students, faculty, staff, vendors, funders, and network administrators
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
A positive and professional attitude in a fast-paced environment
A strong commitment to the mission and vision of Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools
Preferred
Associate's degree or higher preferred
Previous time working/volunteering in a K-12 school setting is highly desirable
Benefits
Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage
Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY)
Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning
Support in obtaining licensure
Company
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools is a school that offers educational services.
Founded in 2009
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Growth StageLeadership Team
Roblin Webb
Founder/CEO
Anika Baltimore
Chief Financial Officer
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