Administrative Assistant

Cumberland Middle School; Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Middle School in Cumberland, VA is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide general secretarial support to the Director of Special Education and the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. The role involves handling reports, letters, filing, and communicating with parents and stakeholders with accuracy and discretion.

The ideal candidate has proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication, confidentiality, and the ability to multitask.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) and multi-line phone.
• Ability to complete numerous tasks quickly and efficiently.
• Working knowledge of basic office procedures and operation of standard office equipment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Professional and personal characteristics for working with school personnel and community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to problem solve and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Previous clerical experience and knowledge of PowerSchool preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs normal office routines and practices for a productive, smoothly-run office.
• Prepares written reports and performs data entry as needed.
• Prepares correspondence as directed.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the school administration.
• Assists the administration with all required word processing.
• Assists with filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning, and faxing.
• Performs data entry as needed and processes federal reimbursements.
• Uses office-related equipment and technology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Communication

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Data entry

Office equipment

Education

PowerSchool knowledge (preferred)

Tools

PowerSchool

Job description

(VA) Cumberland County School District Cumberland Middle School - Cumberland, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Administrative Assistant

This job is also posted in Cumberland County School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5971088

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 9, 2026

Job Description

The administrative assistant is responsible for general secretarial duties and routine office procedures. The individual will provide clerical support to both the Director of Special Education and the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. The individual will assist in compiling reports, preparing letters and documents, filing, communicating with parents and other stakeholders as directed, and monitoring assigned projects. The job requires accuracy, flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and work well with others.

Qualifications:

• 1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word & Excel) and multi-line phone.
• 2. Ability to complete numerous tasks quickly and efficiently.
• 3. Working knowledge of basic office procedures and the operation of common office equipment and machines.
• 4. Good communication skills.
• 5. Demonstrated professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with school personnel and members of the community.
• 6. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• 7. Ability to problem solve and pay attention to detail.
• 8. Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• 9. Previous clerical experience and knowledge of PowerSchool preferred.

Performance Responsibilities:

• 1. Performs normal office routines and practices associated with a productive and smoothly-run office.
• 2. Prepares written reports and performs data entry as needed.
• 3. Prepares correspondence as directed.
• 4. Maintains accurate records as required by the school administration.
• 5. Assists the administration with all required word processing.
• 6. Assists with filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning, and faxing.
• 7. Perform data entry as needed and process federal reimbursements.
• 8. Use office-related equipment and technology.
• 9. Performs other duties as assigned

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $31,898 to $36,036 Per Year