School Secretary Jobs

A School Secretary is an administrative professional who plays a pivotal role in the smooth operation of a school. They provide clerical and administrative support to the school's administration, teachers, students, and parents. Key tasks may include managing student records, scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, processing documents, and handling correspondence. They also ensure that school policies are adhered to and provide information to parents and other stakeholders about school operations and procedures. School Secretaries may also be tasked with monitoring the school's budget, purchasing supplies, and coordinating school events.

Important skills for a School Secretary include strong communication and interpersonal abilities, organizational skills, proficiency in office software, and an understanding of school systems and procedures. They should also have a strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information. In terms of qualifications, candidates typically need to have a high school diploma or equivalent, although some positions may require further education or certification in administrative support or a related field. Prior to becoming a School Secretary, a person might have roles such as Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Office Clerk to gain necessary administrative experience.

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Elementary School Secretary

  • Crane, OR
  • 4 hours ago
  • Crane, OR
  • 4 hours ago

General Function The elementary school secretary is responsible for performing secretarial duties and other special projects as requested by the principal or superintendent, and shall work closely with...

High School Receptionist (2025-2026) SY

  • Roswell, NM
  • 4 hours ago
  • Roswell, NM
  • 4 hours ago

Roswell Independent School District Job Description Job Title: HIGH SCHOOL RECEPTIONIST Reports To: PRINCIPAL General Job Description: Under general supervision of Principal answer high school...

Lexington Traditional Magnet Middle School Registrar 1.0 FTE

  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 hours ago

Fayette County Public Schools, KY JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB DESCRIPTION – Registrar To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily....

Special Education Secretary (PES)

  • Preston, MD
  • 4 hours ago
  • Preston, MD
  • 4 hours ago

Job Summary : Under the direction of the School Principal or appropriate Central Office supervisor, a Secretary I provides services of a general, special, technical, sensitive, and/or confidential...

Special Education Secretary @ Special Education Department

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Special Education Secretary @ Special Education Department ( Internal employees: Set to your account to internal before applying at ) Primary Purpose: To contribute to the efficient operation of...

School Secretary

  • Strasburg, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Strasburg, VA
  • 4 hours ago

For more information about this posting, please contact Mr. Scott Schlentner, Principal at Signal Knob Middle School - ....

High School Secretary

  • Eureka, KS
  • 4 hours ago
  • Eureka, KS
  • 4 hours ago

Secondary Secretary Job Description Purpose: The Secondary Secretary coordinates office and clerical support to assist with the efficient operation of the school district. To accomplish these...

School Administrative Assistant

  • Zionsville, IN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Zionsville, IN
  • 4 hours ago

Union Elementary is seeking qualified candidates for our administrative assistant position. This position is full time and benefit eligible.

Jr High School Secretary

  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Position Type: Clerical/ Secretary Date Posted: 6/24/2025 Location: Renton Junior High School Closing Date: 07/07/2025 District:   Huron School District    Attachment(s): Click here...

Principal Secretary, Middle School

  • Lancaster, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lancaster, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Position Type: Clerical/ Secretary - Principal, Middle School Date Posted: 6/24/2025 Location: Elsie Robertson Middle School Date Available: 2025 - 2026 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled...

High School Administrative Assistant

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 hours ago

Position Type: Administration Date Posted: 6/24/2025 Location: Wyoming High School District:   Wyoming City Schools    Attachment(s): Administrative Assistant - Job Discription.pdf

Grade School Secretary/Receptionist - Anticipated Position

  • Winthrop, ME
  • 7 hours ago
  • Winthrop, ME
  • 7 hours ago

Position Title: Grade School Secretary/Receptionist - Anticipated Position Department: Winthrop Grade School Summary: The person in this position is responsible to staff the front office, serving as...

Assistant Registrar - Operations

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 7 hours ago

This position is in the registrar's office of the University, a department with integrated student service functions....

School Secretary - Special Education Department

  • Arcade, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Arcade, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Operate computers / software programs including student management system, Microsoft Word/Excel, electronic email system, fax / photocopy / scan machine, paper shredder, and postage machine...

Anticipated- Elementary Administrative Assistant

  • West Deptford, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • West Deptford, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

TITLE : Administrative Assistant to the Elementary Principal MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : The administrative assistant to the Elementary Principal shall have successfully completed high school with 60...

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Salary for School Secretary Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

School Secretarys offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.0%
Master's Degree
26.0%
High School or GED
15.4%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Secretarys
1-2 years
44.2%
Less than 1 year
30.3%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
10.1%
4-6 years
1.9%



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