About CJCP

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: 

USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016

NJDOE Tier-I Charter School,  2013-2018

US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024

National Charter School, 2020

College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024

College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024

Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022

100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025

100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011

The mission of CJCP is to provide  academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

Hiring start date 7/1/2026

Front Desk Representative

Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide a warm, professional welcome to all visitors, ensuring they are properly signed in accordance with district safety protocols 
• Direct incoming calls to the appropriate departments and take detailed messages for staff and administration. 
• Serve as a resource for parents regarding school schedules, events, and general inquiries. 
• Monitor the main entrance, verify identification, and issue visitor badges to maintain a secure campus 
• Assist in coordinating school safety drills and serve as a central communication hub during emergency situations
• Follow all Board policies and OSHA standards as outlined in the School Employee Handbook 
• Manage daily student attendance, late sign ins, and early dismissal
• Handle student record requests and maintain organized filing systems for administrative documents 
• Monitor office supply levels and coordinate with the Director of Operations for ordering as needed. 

Essential Duties:

• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies;
• Classroom management skills;
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
• Excellent organizational skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• NJ Criminal History;
• Work authorization in the U.S.;
• Tuberculosis Test;
• Experience is a plus.

Opportunities:

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost;
• NJ state pension plan enrollment;
• Paid professional development opportunities;
• Paid time off;
• Opportunities for extra stipends.

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary Starting: $43,000.00 per year