Job Details

Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary

Date Posted:
11/19/2025

Location:
Cravens Early Childhood Academy (CECA) Position Summary:

The Elementary Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for the campus, providing professional and courteous service to students, parents, staff, and visitors. This position is responsible for managing front office operations, handling communication, and supporting campus administrative functions to ensure a smooth and organized school environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Front Office Management:
  
  • Greet and assist visitors, students, and staff in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Monitor visitor access and maintain visitor sign-in/out logs.
  • Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and provide accurate information to callers.
• Communication and Coordination:
  
  • Handle all incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting and distributing as needed.
  • Manage announcements and communication to staff and students.
  • Maintain an updated directory of staff and important contacts.
• Administrative Support:
  
  • Schedule meetings and appointments for the campus leadership team.
  • Assist with filing, recordkeeping, and data entry as required.
  • Support campus staff with clerical tasks such as copying, scanning, and faxing.
• Attendance and Student Support:
  
  • Monitor student attendance and assist with recording tardies, early releases, and absences.
  • Communicate with parents regarding student attendance issues.
  • Assist students with minor health concerns and contact the nurse as needed.
• Other Duties:
  
  • Maintain a clean and organized front office area.
  • Assist with special events, parent meetings, and school functions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal or administrative staff.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
  
  • High school diploma or equivalent (required).
  • Prior experience in a receptionist or administrative role preferred.
  • Experience working in a school or educational environment is a plus.
• Skills and Abilities:
  
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general office equipment.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
  • Professional and courteous demeanor at all times.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Requires sitting, standing, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to handle interruptions and adapt to changing work demands.

Salary:

Compensation will be based on the Sheldon ISD pay scale for support staff positions.
Starting Salary: $22,186
Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through 12/03/2025. After this date, applicants can continue to submit applications in case the district was unable to find a suitable candidate. If the district was unable to find a suitable candidate from the initial applications, applications submitted after 12/03/2025 will be reviewed in ten-day increments until a viable candidate is recommended for hire.
This position canot be performed remotely.