School Administrative Assistant - Front Desk & Records

Henry County Schools; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry County Schools is seeking a School Office Assistant to greet visitors, answer calls, and perform clerical duties in the main office. The role supports the principal and assigned supervisor, maintains files, and helps manage calendars and forms.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with 1–2 years of clerical experience. You must be reliable, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and able to supervise students as needed, while upholding strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or state-approved HSE required.
• 1–2 years of general clerical experience required or equivalent.
• Demonstrates integrity and confidentiality.
• Adheres to the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Regular, predictable and reliable attendance is required.
• Must be able to work on site and perform lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, assist and direct callers, greet and route visitors.
• Perform general clerical tasks: typing, copying, filing, forms processing, scheduling.
• Handle inquiries from the public and refer to appropriate staff.
• Attend meetings or events as requested and manage calendars.
• Ensure classroom coverage and arrange substitutes as needed.
• Process student records and manage staff leave entries.

Skills

Receptionist duties

Clerical experience

Confidentiality

Ethics

Attendance reliability

Student supervision

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

Job description

Henry County Schools is seeking a School Office Assistant to greet visitors, answer calls, and perform clerical duties in the main office. The role supports the principal and assigned supervisor, maintains files, and helps manage calendars and forms.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with 1–2 years of clerical experience. You must be reliable, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and able to supervise students as needed, while upholding strict confidentiality.