School Secretary Jobs in New York, NY

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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10.5 School Office Secretary

  • Westfield, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westfield, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 days ago

10.5 School Office Secretary JobID: 1590 Position Type: SECRETARIAL/Secretary - 10.5 Months Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: McKinley Elementary School Date Available: 08/14/2025 Closing Date:...

School Secretary - Full-Time - Anticipated Position - October 1, 2025

  • Demarest, NJ (14 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Demarest, NJ (14 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary - 12-Months Date Posted: 6/13/2025 Location: Hillside Elementary School District:   Closter Public Schools  Additional Information: Show/Hide SCHOOL...

High School Administrative Assistant 2024-2025

  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Equality Charter School is an innovative, successful and expanding Charter School in the Bronx. We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to support our middle school campus. This 12-month...

SY25/26 High School Office Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 18 days ago

You will supervise an Operations Associate and collaborate closely with the Director of School Operations to drive school improvement through operational excellence....

Administrative Assistant - School Counseling

  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Position Type: Administrative Assistant/Clerical/Administrative Assistant Date Posted: 5/27/2025 Location: Paramus High School Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 06/24/2025...

Middle School Receptionist

  • New York, NY
  • 27 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 27 days ago

School Receptionist - Middle School The Middle School Receptionist is the first point of contact in the building. The Front Desk/Reception area is often a hub of activity, especially at the...

School Secretary-Elementary School

  • Clark, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Secretarial Date Posted: 5/15/2025 Location: Elementary School Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year Closing Date: 05/26/2025    2025-2026 School Year School Secretary - Elementary...

School Secretary-Middle School

  • Clark, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Secretarial Date Posted: 5/15/2025 Location: Middle School Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year Closing Date: 05/26/2025    *****INTERNAL POSTING***** 2025-2026 School Year School...

School Office Assistant

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Take on additional responsibilities and special projects to support school operations as needed. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 12-month employee....

Assistant Registrar, Scheduling

  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago

services preferred Knowledge of FERPA and other relevant federal and state laws is required Familiarity with word processing, file sharing, spreadsheets, and database programs, as well as experience...

SY25-26 PER SESSION VACANCY CIRCULAR # 0057: School Secretary - UFT - Secretary Summer - Office of Safety and Youth Development

  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Details This is an internal advertisement for current New York City Public Schools employees and/or retirees only. If eligible, retirees must obtain a work nomination and reactivate their...

This is an internal advertisement for current New York City Public Schools employees and/or retirees only. If eligible, retirees must obtain a work nomination and reactivate their NYCPS email...

Adult Education Administrative Assistant Intern

  • New York, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Requisition ID: req57238 Job Title: Adult Education Administrative Assistant Intern Sector: Education Employment Category: Intern Employment Type: Part-Time Open to Expatriates: No Location: New...

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Salary for School Secretary Jobs in New York, NY

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Highest Education Level

School Secretarys in New York, NY 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 in New York, NY
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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