School Administrative Assistant Jobs in Illinois
A School Administrative Assistant serves as a vital component in the smooth functioning of a school's administrative procedures. They are responsible for a variety of tasks, including managing student records, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and correspondence, and handling inquiries from parents, students, and staff. They are often the first point of contact within the school and play a pivotal role in creating a welcoming and organized environment. Tasks may also include maintaining and ordering office supplies, managing budgets, and assisting with event planning and execution.
Important skills for a School Administrative Assistant include excellent organizational abilities, strong communication skills, proficiency with office software such as Microsoft Office, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Some positions may require certification in office administration or a related field. Prior to becoming a School Administrative Assistant, one might hold positions such as a Receptionist, Office Assistant, or Administrative Clerk. Experience in a school setting, such as a Teacher's Aide or Paraprofessional, can also provide valuable experience.
Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: River Trails Middle School Date Available: when filled Closing Date: when filled District:   River Trails School District...
Secretary/School Supports and Student Assignment - 8.0 Hours/Day, Year Round
- Champaign, IL
- 14 hours ago
- Champaign, IL
- 14 hours ago
Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Secretary Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: Administrative Center - School Supports Date Available: April 2025 District:   Champaign Unit 4 School District...
School Secretary 10/month Preschool School Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
- Wheaton, IL
- 2 days ago
- Wheaton, IL
- 2 days ago
discipline records....
Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary Date Posted: 3/3/2025 Location: Baldwin Elementary   Additional Information: Show/Hide School Secretary 203 days/ 8 hrs day Baldwin Elementary...
Services and Special Education Coordinator GENERAL DUTIES: To assist in maintaining high quality services for staff, students, parents, and community members who utilize the services assigned to the...
Duties Peotone CUSD 207U is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant at Peotone High School for the 2024-2025 school year. Interested candidates should apply...
Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Secretary Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Washington Elementary School Closing Date: 03/18/2025    Who We Are: Waukegan Community Unit School District...
Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Elementary School Administrative Assistant to Principal Date Posted: 3/3/2025 Location: Walker Elementary School Date Available: August, 2025 District:   Elementary...
Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Elementary School Administrative Assistant to Principal Date Posted: 3/3/2025 Location: Walker Elementary School Date Available: August, 2025    Elementary...
Position Type: Summer School/School Secretary Date Posted: 2/6/2025 Location: Flinn Middle School   Additional Information: Show/Hide SS Office Professional Pay: Office Professional 1:...
School Secretary JobID: 944 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary Date Posted: 2/28/2025 Location: St. Jacob Elementary Date Available: SY 2025-2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide JOB...
Position Type: Summer Projects/ Secretary Date Posted: 2/27/2025 Location: Lincoln Center/District Wide Closing Date: 03/21/2025    Who We Are: Waukegan Community Unit School District No....
Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Secretary - Seasonal Date Posted: 2/25/2025 Location: Maple Grade Center (PK-2) Date Available: 05/27/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled District:   Hoopeston...
discipline Assisting with school fundraisers and organizing picture days Ordering supplies and any other duties as assigned Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Previous secretarial experience...
Duties Job Title: High School Secretary Reports To: Principal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Work Schedule: 11 Month Position (as determined by district) Start Date: Flexible (As soon as April 7th, 2025)...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a School Administrative Assistant position
- Inventory Management
- Sorting
- Database Management
- Reception
- School Administration
- Ordering Supplies
- Office Procedures
- Human Relations
- Desktop Publishing
- Record Management
- Shorthand
- Mail Distribution
- Database Maintenance
- School Operations
- Dictation
- Clerical Support
- Requisitions
- Sorting Mail
- Student Services
- File Maintenance
- Keyboarding
- Grammar
- Purchase Orders
- Spreadsheets
- Word Processing
- File Management
- Calendar Management
- Bookkeeping
- Scheduling Appointments
- Business Correspondence
- First Aid
- Discretion
- Public Relations
- Google Workspace
- General Office Duties
- Recordkeeping
- Closing
- Administrative Skills
- Distribution
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- Payroll
- High School Diploma
- Telephone Skills
- Events
- Typing
- Budgets
- Interpersonal Skills
- Data Entry
- Education Experience
- Reporting
- English
- Filing
- Regulations
- Policy Development
- Microsoft Office
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Communication Skills
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