About Jackson Walnut Park School

Jackson Walnut Park School is an early childhood and primary school sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph.

Located in an historic neighborhood in Newton, Jackson Walnut Park School features an authentic Montessori early childhood program and a K-6 independent school in the Catholic tradition.

The school offers a rich, discovery-based curriculum, with signature programs that include STEAM education at all grades, a language arts program that incorporates principles from Lucy Calkins’ Reading and Writing Project, and foundations in three languages by sixth grade: Spanish, Mandarin and Latin.

A vibrant arts program, diverse after-school activities and childcare options, and a caring, values-based community that espouses the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph supports the development of well-rounded children who, in the words of our mission: “love learning, love God, and love one another.”

About the Position

Jackson Walnut Park School seeks full-time (7:45 AM – 2:45 PM) Receptionist at Walnut Park Montessori for the 2024-2025 school year.

Broad responsibilities include:

• Greet and assist visitors, students, parents, and staff in a professional and courteous manner
• Answer and manage incoming phone calls, directing them to appropriate staff members
• Monitor and control access to the school, ensuring all visitors sign in and receive proper
  identification
• Maintain daily student attendance records and follow up on absences as needed
• Perform light administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and document preparation
• Manage and distribute incoming and outgoing mail
• Monitor and replenish office supplies as needed
• Assist with scheduling appointments and meetings for school staff
• Support other administrative staff with various tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience in a receptionist or customer service role preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Friendly and professional demeanor
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic understanding of office equipment (e.g., multi-line phone systems, copiers, fax
  machines)

Pluses include:

• School experience
• Familiarity with Montessori and/or Responsive Classroom practices
• First Aid/CPR/Epi-pen training.

Applicant Information

The salary for this position will be competitive with comparable area Catholic schools and commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

Benefits are set and conferred through the corporate office of the Sisters of St. Joseph.

Interested candidates can obtain additional information about the school by visiting jwpschools.org.

Application Process

Please submit your letter of interest and resume including contact information for three to five references below.

No telephone inquiries please.

Candidates who best match the qualifications for this role will be contacted.

Jackson Walnut Park School is an equal employment opportunity employer.

All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence and not influenced or affected by race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.