Dynamic Administrative Assistant — School Office Support

Newton North High School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton North High School in Newton, MA is seeking an Administrative Assistant (NESA Grade 2) to perform clerical and accounting tasks under supervision of department heads. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy school office.

The position supports various departments, handles data entry, budgeting tasks, and maintains records. Immediate start is expected; general office duties and customer service are essential

Qualifications

• High school education and 1–2 years of general clerical/secretarial experience; school experience preferred.
• General knowledge of office procedures and basic software applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and the public.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks; strong data entry and typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by answering questions in person or by telephone; refer individuals to appropriate sources.
• Perform general clerical duties including word processing, copies, filing, data entry, and mail handling; maintain records.
• Maintain department data and prepare a variety of reports.
• Monitor department budget, track purchases, and process invoices as needed.
• Assist with attendance tracking and other administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Clerical skills

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

1-2 years clerical experience

School experience preferred

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database

Naviance

Job description

Newton North High School in Newton, MA is seeking an Administrative Assistant (NESA Grade 2) to perform clerical and accounting tasks under supervision of department heads. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy school office.

The position supports various departments, handles data entry, budgeting tasks, and maintains records. Immediate start is expected; general office duties and customer service are essential