Elementary School Office Lead

Sylvania; Elmwood, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Head Secretary at Elmwood Elementary provides clerical support to building administrators to ensure the smooth operation of the school office. The role emphasizes accuracy in attendance, payroll support, budgeting, and communication with parents and staff.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least one year in an office setting, proficiency with Word and Excel, and strong organizational skills. Experience in a K-12 environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 1 year in an office environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Word and familiar with Excel or similar.
• Able to create spreadsheets and track information.
• Capable of operating various office equipment.
• Good attendance and multi-tasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist administrators with communications, filing, and reporting.
• Record and track attendance, attendance letters, and truancy referrals.
• Use the PowerSchool student record database.
• Answer phones and relay information to callers and colleagues.
• Monitor site-based budget, purchasing, inventory, and supplies.
• Assign and process account numbers, coordinate with Business Office.
• Assist with payroll and attendance.
• Interact with students, parents, staff and community positively.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Word

Excel familiarity

Multi-tasking

Office equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

1 year office experience

Tools

PowerSchool

Spreadsheet software

Office equipment

Job description

The Head Secretary at Elmwood Elementary provides clerical support to building administrators to ensure the smooth operation of the school office. The role emphasizes accuracy in attendance, payroll support, budgeting, and communication with parents and staff.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least one year in an office setting, proficiency with Word and Excel, and strong organizational skills. Experience in a K-12 environment is preferred.