Receptionist

Location: Toronto, ON, fully on-site
Language: Excellent written and spoken English required
Duration: 1–2 month contract
Background Check Requirement: Standard criminal background check and Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) required

About the Opportunity
We’re hiring a polished, service-oriented Receptionist to join a prestigious private school in Toronto. As one of the first people students, families, staff and visitors interact with, you’ll help create a welcoming, professional environment while supporting the smooth flow of a busy school day.

You’ll work alongside a collaborative reception team, with multiple team members providing coverage throughout the day. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys working with people, stays composed in a fast-paced environment and understands the importance of safety, discretion and exceptional service in a school community.

What’s In It for You
Join a welcoming, people-focused school environment where collaboration and community are at the heart of the day-to-day experience. You’ll gain valuable exposure within the education sector, work closely with students, families and staff, and build your administrative and customer service experience in a professional setting.

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll warmly greet students, families, staff and visitors, understanding their needs and directing them appropriately.
• You’ll answer, screen and direct incoming calls, including responding professionally to parent and visitor inquiries.
• You’ll maintain visitor logs and sign-in and sign-out records while following established school safety procedures.
• You’ll coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, couriers and deliveries, including organizing staff mailboxes.
• You’ll help maintain a tidy, organized and welcoming reception and foyer area.
• You’ll work closely with fellow reception team members to provide seamless desk coverage throughout the day.
• You’ll respond to changing priorities and provide general administrative support as needed.

Skills and Qualifications
• 0–2 years of reception, administrative, school, childcare or customer service experience.
• Postsecondary education in a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in an education environment or working with children is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a polished, professional and service-oriented approach.
• Strong organization, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
• Discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential student and family information.
• Comfort working in a technology-rich environment, with Google Workspace proficiency considered an asset.

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.