Rosemary Johnson Jennings Junior High 2026-2027

Jennings School District; Jennings (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal time off days

Benefits upon hire

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a School Secretary to manage office functions at Jennings Junior High. The ideal candidate will perform clerical duties, assist the Principal, and coordinate communications with staff and parents. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work autonomously, and familiarity with educational guidelines. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least three years of related experience. This is an 11-month position with benefits.

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform office functions at a school.
• Serve as secretary to the Principal.
• Schedule and coordinate communications between staff, parents, and students.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic job-related equipment

Self-motivated

Flexibility in diverse circumstances

Knowledge of educational guidelines (NCLB, FERPA)

Passion for urban education

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum of three years job-related experience

Job description

Rosemary Johnson Jennings Junior High 2026-2027 JobID: 495

• Date Posted: 3/5/2026
• Location: Jennings Junior High
• Closing Date: 05/29/2026

JOB SUMMARY

Organize, coordinate, schedule and perform office functions at a school; serve as secretary to the Principal and coordinate communications between administrators, District and staff, parents, students and the general public.

JOB TITLE

School Secretary

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs a variety of clerical, secretarial and bookkeeping duties within the school.
• Serves as secretary and provides administrative assistance to the building administrators: schedules and arranges appointments, meetings and conferences.
• Assist administration in the preparation and maintenance of financial and narrative reports; researches, compiles and organizes information.
• Maintains daily teacher attendance log and records of substitute teachers.
• Answers phones and greets visitors, provides information to students, parents, faculty and staff.
• Types written correspondence, bulletins, memoranda, calendars, records, reports and evaluations for administrators upon request.
• Coordinates and assists with special events for the school (i.e. registration, parent/teacher conferences), assures adherence to legal requirements and Board policies.
• Responsible for monitoring daily student attendance.
• Works confidentially with discretion.
• Operates a variety of business and office machines, not limited to computer, copiers, and communications equipment.
• Processes incoming and outgoing office mail; sorts and arranges for delivery.
• Handles requests for general information, complaints and inquiries regarding district policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal, including presentations.
• Ability to use basic, job related equipment.
• Be self-motivated and able to work with limited direct supervision.
• Flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances and a diverse group of individuals.
• Knowledge of NCLB (No Child Left Behind), FERPA and other federal, state and local guidelines.
• Passionate about improving urban public education and devoted to making a difference.

EDUCATION & PREPARATION: (Formal and Informal)

High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum of three years job related experience

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• 11 Month Employee
• Eligible for personal time off days and benefits upon hire as set by JSD Board Policy

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

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