Part-Time School Front Office Secretary

Mountain Valley Community School; Mexico (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Mountain Valley Community School is seeking a friendly, professional Part-Time School Secretary to join our front office team. This 20-hour weekly role supports daily front-desk operations and confidentiality in a busy school setting. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and able to communicate clearly with students, families, staff, and visitors.

The position requires basic computer skills and a cooperative, team-oriented attitude. A Maine CHRC fingerprint check is required.

Qualifications

• Prior office, school, or customer-service experience is preferred.
• Experience working with children or in an educational setting is a plus.
• A Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and fingerprinting are required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome students, families, staff, and visitors in a warm and professional manner.
• Answer phones, respond to questions, and direct visitors and calls appropriately.
• Monitor the front entrance and assist visitors with access to the building.
• Manage the process for students who arrive late to school, including recording tardies and communicating with students and staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate student and office records.
• File and organize paperwork and other school records.
• Assist with daily office routines and clerical tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and staff.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Support the school office with other duties as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Job description

Mountain Valley Community School is seeking a friendly, professional Part-Time School Secretary to join our front office team. This 20-hour weekly role supports daily front-desk operations and confidentiality in a busy school setting. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and able to communicate clearly with students, families, staff, and visitors.

The position requires basic computer skills and a cooperative, team-oriented attitude. A Maine CHRC fingerprint check is required.