Substitute Secretary- SIS Certified

NEWPORT NEWS PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Newport News Public Schools in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Substitute Secretary SIS Certified to support school office operations.

The role involves clerical tasks, data entry, customer service to students and staff, handling confidential records, and using SIS software alongside Microsoft Office. Starting date is immediate, with an open application deadline and a pay scale up to $18.30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Six months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and to write routine reports.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and standard office practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of clerical tasks as assigned by the building administrators or office manager.
• Provide customer service to students, parents, staff and community including answering phone, greeting visitors and directing them.
• Operate office equipment and maintain student files and records.
• Register incoming students and maintain confidentiality.
• Prepare and process district documents to meet regulations.
• Perform data entry and word processing; support databases as requested.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Typing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SIS Certification

Job description

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Substitute Secretary- SIS Certified

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Job Details

Job ID: 5952287

Application Deadline: Nov 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Essential Duties

1. Performs a variety of clerical tasks as assigned by the building administrators or office manager.
2. Provide customer service to students, parents, staff and community including answer phone, greet and direct visitors, resolve conflict, disseminate information, etc.
3. Operate a variety of office equipment.
4. Maintains student files and records.
5. Registers incoming students.
6. Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
7. Prepare and process various district documents to meet district, state and/or federal regulations.
8. Perform data entry, word processing, spreadsheet, and a database functions as requested.
9. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
10. Perform related duties as assigned.
11. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required)

Must possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must complete division required training to access student information software-SIS certification required. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Thorough knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to type accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed; familiarity with Microsoft Office. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

To view the full job description, please visit the link below:

https://www.nnschools.org/hr/jobs/descriptions/Substitute_Secretary_SIS_Certified.pdf

For further information regarding the position's compensation, please visit this link, NNPS COMPENSATION .

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: upto $18.30 Substitute Teacher Pay Scale

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Secretary

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 12507 Warwick Blvd
• Newport News, Virginia 23606
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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