Princeton Day School is seeking a Temporary Admission Assistant and Receptionist to work in our Admissions department.

This is a temporary non-exempt (hourly) position beginning immediately through March 13, 2026.  This position will work 5-days a week in our office located in Princeton, NJ; Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, approximately 37.5 hours weekly.  Hours may vary depending on business needs; occasional evening and weekend work required. 

For this position, the ideal candidate is expected to:

• Track and manage required documents for the Admission’s application files to ensure completion by deadline: update data in two admission databases, correspond with applicants regarding missing components via phone and email, scan and upload documents, and oversee the scoring of writing samples.
• Communicate with applicants’ families by phone and email professionally and with a sense of urgency
• Conduct and administer assessments for Lower School applicants.
• Provide administrative support for admission-related tasks and
• Assist with preparation for admission committee meetings.
• Serve as receptionist to greet families and visitors and answer the phone.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes:  

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Early Childhood Education, Special Education or Child Psychology
• Early Childhood Classroom teaching or similar experience with children required
• Knowledge of Independent Schools a plus
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Flexibility, creativity and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing schedule
• Proficiency in technical skills, such as basic computer applications, database management, and basic digital literacy.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical and time management skills required

Compensation Range: $22.00 - $25.00 an hour (this role is not eligible for benefits)

At Princeton Day School, offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package is one way we recognize our employee’s contribution to the success of the school and our role in helping our employees and their families be healthy, feel secure and maintain work/life balance.  Full-time and part-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for PDS’ competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous 403(b) match, paid time off, and many other valuable benefits. 

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

If this sounds like you, qualified candidates can apply by sending your resume and cover letter to hr@pds.org.