Elementary School Front Office Coordinator

Howard County Public School System; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard County Public School System in Maryland seeks an Elementary Teacher's Secretary to support school operations and front office functions. The role acts as the primary contact for families and visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment and secure front desk management.

The position supervises student data, including enrollment and attendance, and maintains confidential records per federal and local mandates.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; foreign credentials evaluated as US diploma if applicable.
• Experience: One year of general administrative or clerical experience; associate degree may substitute for up to two years.
• Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office database applications; experience in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Front Office Coverage: serve as primary point of contact; manage visitor check-ins and secure entrances; handle high-volume calls and messages; provide clerical support to teachers and administrators.
• Enrollment, registration & withdrawal: oversee procedures for enrollment, transfers, and withdrawals; verify residency per policies.
• Student Records: maintain confidentiality; enter and verify data in SIS; ensure FERPA compliance and proper record retention.
• Attendance Tracking: collect daily attendance; process absences and tardies; generate attendance reports and verify supporting notes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree preferred

Tools

Student Information System (SIS)

Job description

Howard County Public School System in Maryland seeks an Elementary Teacher's Secretary to support school operations and front office functions. The role acts as the primary contact for families and visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment and secure front desk management.

The position supervises student data, including enrollment and attendance, and maintains confidential records per federal and local mandates.