Support Specialist I (Elementary)

Douglas MacArthur Elementary School

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 44,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Douglas MacArthur Elementary School in Alexandria, VA seeks a Support Specialist I to provide secretarial support at the school site. Responsibilities include maintaining records, distributing materials, and handling inquiries from staff, students, parents, and external partners.

The 12-month, full-time position reports to the School Principal. Qualifications include a high school diploma and experience in clerical work; bilingual Spanish is preferred to support a diverse community.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate schedules and meetings for administrators.
Maintain files and records per requirements.
Prepare written materials and reports.
Respond to inquiries from staff and the public.
Support school office functions as needed.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Record keeping

Secretarial support

Office administration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Support Specialist I (Elementary)

Alexandria City Pub Sch Dist Douglas MacArthur Elementary School - Alexandria, Virginia

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Job Details

Job ID: 5905505

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 8, 2026

Job Description

Job Description: The Support Specialist I provides secretarial support to the school site; establishes and maintains records; compiles and distributes materials and reports; and responds to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources. This is currently a Support, 12-month position reporting to the School Principal.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Job-related experience is desired. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Essential Functions

Coordinates schedules, meetings, and activities in support of administrator/department staff with operational activities.
Maintains a wide variety of files and records (manual/computer; confidential/non-confidential) to provide documentation in accordance with administrative and legal requirements.
Monitors assigned departmental activities and/or program components (e.g. travel arrangements and reimbursements, meetings and events, etc.) to ensure that goals are achieved, target dates are met and financial, legal, and/or administrative requirements are satisfied.
Performs record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) to support the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.
Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. reports, memos, letters, etc.) to document activities, provide written reference, and/or convey information.
Responds to a variety of inquiries from internal and external parties (e.g. staff, parents, students, public agencies, etc.) and provides information, facilitates communication among parties, and/or provides direction.
Supports school office functions in delivering services in accordance with established guidelines.
Assists other personnel as may be required to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.
Attends meetings and workshops to record events and convey and/or receive information.
Other duties as assigned by School Principal.

Compensation

Hourly wage $18.62 to $22.91 an hour (Additional factors in calculation, including hours, # of days, etc.)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt position - This position is classified as non-exempt, meaning it is eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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