Elementary School Secretary: Front Office & Data Specialist

Jefferson Elementary; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Elementary in Muscatine, IA is seeking a dedicated School Secretary to support the principal, staff, and students with clerical and administrative tasks. The role includes handling phones, managing student records, and coordinating registrational activities.

The position is full-time year-round, with a scheduled 10 1/2 month term starting 07/01/2027. Wage starts at $19.04 per hour, with opportunities to support office operations throughout the school year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• Experience in an office environment is preferred.
• Proficiency with school databases (PowerSchool etc.) and Google Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and greet visitors; manage front-office communications.
• Enter and track student information and office records.
• Assist with budget entries, deposits, and purchase orders.
• Coordinate volunteer check-in and visitor management.

Skills

Phone handling

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Discretion/Confidentiality

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

PowerSchool

Google Suite

Finance/HR database

Absence Management

Visitor/Volunteer management system

Job description

Jefferson Elementary in Muscatine, IA is seeking a dedicated School Secretary to support the principal, staff, and students with clerical and administrative tasks. The role includes handling phones, managing student records, and coordinating registrational activities.

The position is full-time year-round, with a scheduled 10 1/2 month term starting 07/01/2027. Wage starts at $19.04 per hour, with opportunities to support office operations throughout the school year.