Administrative Assistant to Elementary Principal

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

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.