Elementary School Administrative Asst. (Temporary)

Athol-Royalston Regional School District; The Street (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Athol-Royalston Regional School District is seeking an Elementary School Administrative Assistant (Temporary) at Athol Community Elementary School in Athol, MA. The role involves front-office communication, assisting families, coordinating dismissals, and supporting daily school operations.

This part-time position requires strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with confidentiality and discretion essential in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, families, staff, and visitors in the main office.
• Answer and direct incoming calls professionally and promptly.
• Respond to routine questions or route to appropriate staff.
• Maintain office email and other communication systems.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, family, and staff information.
• Support registration, events, and routine administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Office tech

Education

High school diploma

Education background preferred

Job description

Elementary School Administrative Asst. (Temporary)

Athol-Royalston Regional School District Athol Community Elementary School - Athol, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5930991

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Monday - Friday (5 Hours Per day)

Position Summary:

The Elementary School Administrative Assistant serves as a welcoming, professional, and responsive point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors. The Administrative Assistant supports daily school operations by managing front-office communication, responding to questions and requests, coordinating dismissal changes, and helping families and staff access needed resources and services.

Essential Responsibilities: Front Office & Communication

• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls in a professional, timely, and welcoming manner.
• Greet and assist students, families, staff, and visitors who contact or enter the main office.
• Respond to routine questions from staff, students, and families or direct inquiries to the appropriate staff member.
• Monitor and respond to office email and other school communication systems.
• Maintain a calm, helpful, and solution-focused presence in the main office.
• Communicate important information accurately and appropriately while maintaining confidentiality.

Student & Family Support

• Serve as a primary point of contact for families regarding routine school questions, procedures, schedules, attendance, transportation, and other school-related needs.
• Assist families in navigating school procedures and connect them with appropriate school personnel when additional support is needed.
• Support students who come to the main office and ensure they are connected with the appropriate staff member.
• Maintain a welcoming and respectful environment for all students and families.

Dismissal & Student Transportation

• Receive and document parent/guardian requests for changes to a student's dismissal plan.
• Verify dismissal changes according to school procedures before communicating changes to classrooms or dismissal staff.
• Maintain accurate dismissal records and communicate changes clearly and promptly.
• Coordinate with teachers, dismissal staff, transportation personnel, and administrators to ensure students are dismissed safely and appropriately.
• Address dismissal questions and concerns from families and staff.

Administrative & Office Support

• Receive, distribute, and organize school correspondence and materials.
• Support administrators and staff with routine clerical and administrative tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, family, and staff information.
• Assist with school-wide events, meetings, registration, and other activities as needed.
• Follow all school, district, and safety procedures.

Professional Expectations

• Provide exceptional customer service to students, families, and staff.
• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Exercise sound judgment when responding to questions and concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Prioritize tasks effectively in a busy school environment.
• Demonstrate patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Work collaboratively with the other administrative assistants, building administrators, teachers, support staff, students, and families. Contribute to a welcoming, safe, and supportive school environment.

Reports to: Principal and/or designated school administrator.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in education or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience working in a school or office setting preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and changing priorities.
• Proficiency with standard office technology and communication systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Bilingual/multilingual skills are preferred but not required.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shelly Hinds , Principal
• 1064 Pleasant Street
• Athol, Massachusetts 01331
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]