School Secretary / Receptionist

About Mazel Day School:

Mazel Day School is a Blue Ribbon award-winning Jewish community school located in South Brooklyn, serving students from Preschool through Grade 8, and launching a new high school in Fall 2025. We are dedicated to providing a nurturing, student-centered environment grounded in academic excellence and Jewish values. Our school culture is warm, professional, and collaborative, with a strong commitment to growth and lifelong learning for both students and staff.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a warm, organized, and detail-oriented School Secretary / Receptionist to join our administrative office team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting school operations and representing our school to families and visitors, while managing the daily operations of a busy school office. This position is key in maintaining strong communication between staff, families, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet students, parents, staff, and visitors in a friendly and professional manner
• Manage incoming phone calls and emails with professionalism and efficiency
• Maintain attendance records and student files
• Coordinate front-desk logistics such as mail, deliveries, and supplies
• Support event coordination and day-to-day school operations
• Provide administrative support to school leadership and faculty
• Operate office equipment and manage supplies
• Assist with calendar scheduling, logistics, and general office tasks
• Remain calm, efficient, and courteous in a busy school environment

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable using phones, printers, copiers, and related office equipment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and general computer literacy
• Professional, friendly, and customer service-oriented demeanor
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic school environment
• Prior experience in a school or administrative office is a plus
• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

Schedule:
Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:30pm (some flexibility available)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $35,000–$45,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Health care options
• Paid personal days and vacations
• Supportive and growth-oriented work environment
  
  

To Apply:
Please email your resume and references to: [email protected]
Subject line: Secretary/Receptionist Application