Administrative Assistant - Principal - Elementary (2026-27)

WARD ELEM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WARD ELEM in Houston, Texas seeks an Administrative Assistant to Principal for the elementary school. You will support the administrative office, handle clerical tasks, and contribute to the mission of Clear Creek ISD.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and confidentiality, with a preference for bilingual candidates and at least 3 years of secretarial experience in education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient word processing and file maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and math skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Bilingual, preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years secretarial experience, preferably in a public education environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine office tasks such as correspondence, scheduling, mail distribution and general clerical duties.
• Answer phones, take messages, and route to appropriate staff.
• Present the positive image of the school in interactions with the public and patrons.
• Assist principal, students, teachers, and parents as needed.
• Maintain daily attendance logs and payroll-related records for substitutes.
• Monitor time records, sick leave, vacation, and requests.
• Handle purchasing, maintain the school budget, and manage activity funds accounts.
• Maintain files, inventory, mailing lists, student records, and office communications.
• Schedule meetings and maintain the principal's calendar; assist with registration and withdrawals.
• Ensure compliance with district policy and CCISD core values.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Confidentiality

Bilingual, preferred

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

File maintenance

Job description

Administrative Assistant - Principal - Elementary (2026-27)

Clear Creek ISD WARD ELEM - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5976699
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Primary Purpose

Facilitate the efficient operation of the school administrative office and provide clerical services for the school’s administrative staff. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure

High School diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient word processing and file maintenance skills

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of basic accounting principles and competent math skills

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Bilingual, preferred

Experience

Minimum of 3 years secretarial experience preferably in a public education environment

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform usual office routines and practices associated with a productive office (e.g. correspondence, telephone duties, scheduling, mail distribution, etc.)
• Exercise good telephone etiquette, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.
• Present the positive aspects of the school in all dealings with public and school patrons.
• Assist principal, students, teachers, and parents as needed.
• Maintain a daily teacher attendance log and records for substitute teachers, including report for payroll.
• Monitor personnel time records to include sick leave, vacation, and special requests.
• Perform purchasing duties, maintain school budget, and manage accounts payable for activity funds.
• Maintain proper files to include inventory of school supplies, mailing lists, student records, visitor logs, and office communications.
• Receive, store, and issue supplies and equipment.
• Sort, distribute, or deliver mail and other documents.
• Schedule meetings and appointments and maintain calendar for principal.
• Be responsible for registration and withdrawal of students.
• Check for cash receipts (deposits) from the Food Service Department on a daily basis.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
• Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
• Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
• Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
• Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
• Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
• Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
• Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
• Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
• Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
• Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
• Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
• Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Effective verbal and written communication; concentration while performing duties; ability to perform basic math; ability to maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Repetitive hand motions, prolonged use of computer, work with frequent interruptions

Terms: 210 days

Pay Grade: PARA 5

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required