Front Desk Closing Assistant

: Summary Staff at Wave Children's Learning Center create a caring and safe environment for the children and plan activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. Wave Children's Learning Center has been proudly serving the Great Neck community since 2004; we enroll students from 8 weeks to fifth grade. WCLC would love for you to join our team and make an impact in these families' lives! Duties WCLC is looking for a reliable, fun, energetic individual to join our Administrative team. This position is part-time Monday through Friday from 4:00pm- 6:15pm. Additional hours may be given if the applicant is willing to assist in classrooms as a substitute earlier in the day. We are looking for candidates that can commit at a minimum through August 2024. The front desk assistant is responsible for closing the building each day; you will be the last employee to leave in the afternoon. They will be responsible for admitting and greeting all families wishing to enter the building, answering incoming phone calls, managing emails and the Procare system, assisting the teachers as needed, and closing down the reception area. During the school year, the front desk assistant may be required to drive the elementary school aged kids in our 10-passenger van and/or 14-passenger bus. Requirements

• Must be at least 21 and have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent.
• Friendly, reliable, and consistent.
• Must be a quick learner.
• Have a positive attitude.
• Great communication skills with parents & staff and basic computer skills.
• Be able to stand/ walk/ run/ lift up to 35lbs
• Handle pressure with a smile and professionalism.
• Enjoy working with children. We are a drug-free working environment.
• Have a desire to work with young children.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Must clear a full background check and pass a health screening.
• Have a valid Driver's License.
• Clean a driving record.
• Previous child care experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• CPR Certification
• MAT Certification
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• CDL

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays off
• No weekend work!
• Fun work environment
• Employees are eligible for 50% off childcare after 60 days.
• WCLC invests heavily in their employees and love to help those who wish to grow with our company; we love to promote from within!
• CPR & First Aid training and certification provided.
• Health insurance (full time)
• Dental insurance (full time)
• Retirement (full time)

About Us

Our staff provides the highest quality childcare and educational service that promote a safe, nurturing, and developmentally age-appropriate program environment that encourages the development of the whole child by means of:

• Individual care and concern for each child
• Positive peer interaction
• Child-initiated, play-oriented teacher instruction
• Creative experiences in science, art, practical life, language arts, math, music, small and large motor skills, culture and geography
• Caring, passionate, attentive staff