School Secretary Jobs in Salem, MA

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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Guild - Principal Clerk School Secretary Grade 19 (SY25-26)

  • Roxbury, MA (14 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (14 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 4 days ago

School Secretary Reports to: Principal /Headmaster School Hours 8:30 a.m. - 3:10 p.m....

School Secretary

  • Waltham, MA (19 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (19 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 10 days ago

A school secretary is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under their direction and control....

Lower School Secretary

  • Methuen, MA (20 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Methuen, MA (20 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Lower School Secretary JobID: 597 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary Date Posted: 6/27/2025 Location: Tenney Grammar School Date Available: 08/16/2025 Closing Date: 07/14/2025   Additional...

School Secretary - Avery Elementary

  • Dedham, MA (23 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dedham, MA (23 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 17 days ago

POSITION DESCRIPTION If you are a super organized, highly motivated multi-tasker who enjoys working with children, you may be the perfect person to be the next school secretary at Avery Elementary School...

Administrative Assistant - Middle School

  • Gloucester, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Gloucester, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Description:O'Maley Middle School is seeking a creative multi-tasker with strong communication skills, both oral and written, to perform administrative tasks for the school and principal....

Special Education Administrative Assistant

  • Lexington, MA (16 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (16 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 26 days ago

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Administrative Assistant FLSA: Non Exempt REPORTS TO AND EVALUATED BY: Director of Special Education TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Administrative Staff - 10 months - Class...

Guild - Principal Clerk School Secretary Grade 23 (SY25-26)

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Guild - Principal Clerk School Secretary Grade 23 (SY25-26) Boston Public Schools, Office of Human Resources Boston, MA Job Details Full-time $27.16 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Word processing...

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Office of the Dean

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Office of the Dean Category Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code ...10 Posted...

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Office of the Dean Boston University

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Office of the Dean Job Description ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, School of Dental Medicine, Office of the Dean Category Boston University Medical...

School Office Manager (SY25-26)

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

UAD Office Manager (SY25-26) Grade Level: Various Start Date: August 2025 Location: Boston, MA About UP Education Network UP Education Network is a non-profit school success organization that...

ASSOCIATE REGISTRAR, School of Medicine, Graduate Medical Sciences

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

ASSOCIATE REGISTRAR, School of Medicine, Graduate Medical Sciences Category Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code ...13 Posted Date...

What You'll Do: Serving as secretary to the principal, assistant principal or designee and school staff, the school secretary represents the face of the Saltonstall K-8 School and school leadership...

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Salary for School Secretary Jobs in Salem, MA

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Highest Education Level

School Secretarys in Salem, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.1%
Master's Degree
26.0%
High School or GED
15.3%
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 in Salem, MA
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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