School Admin Assistant: Attendance & Family Support

Arlington STEM Elementary School; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools Arlington STEM Elementary School in Fort Wayne, Indiana seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive operational, clerical, and student support in the school office. The role focuses on attendance, discipline, family communication, and general office tasks to maintain a welcoming, professional environment for students and families.

The position requires a high school diploma, confidentiality, and proficiency with standard office software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency in standard office computer programs.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Attend to student attendance concerns as the primary contact and coordinate with the attendance secretary.
• Assist in managing Level 1 and Level 2 discipline incidents and document referrals.
• Process and track student referrals in a confidential manner.
• Provide general clerical support including filing, data entry, answering phones, and correspondence.
• Communicate with families regarding attendance, discipline, enrollment, and student support services.
• Serve as backup for the school nurse as needed.
• Support in referrals to Families in Transition and coordinate services to ensure continuity of education.
• Promote FWCS Schools of Success competencies in daily work.

Skills

Confidentiality & judgment

Office computer programs

Student/family collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools Arlington STEM Elementary School in Fort Wayne, Indiana seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive operational, clerical, and student support in the school office. The role focuses on attendance, discipline, family communication, and general office tasks to maintain a welcoming, professional environment for students and families.

The position requires a high school diploma, confidentiality, and proficiency with standard office software.