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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Admin Asst - School Counselor (2025-2026)

  • Lake Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lake Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Counselor Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal/Counselor Pay Grade: 3 Clerical/Paraprofessional 197 Dept./School: Assigned Campus Primary...

School Office Specialist 2024-25 - West

  • Salem, OR
  • 4 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 4 hours ago

School Office Specialist 2024-25 - West JobID: 11813 Position Type: Classified- School-Based Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: WEST SALEM HIGH SCHOOL (213)   Additional Information:...

2025/26 Administrative Assistant, High School Counseling Services/Registrar JobID: 9566 Position Type: 04 - Clerical/Schools Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Vista Ridge High School Date...

Summer School Building Administrative Secretary - High School

  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • 1 day ago

SUMMER SCHOOL BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY - HIGH SCHOOL JUNE 3 – JUNE 26, 2025 Job Goal Under direction, is responsible for performing a variety of clerical, receptionist and secretarial...

High School Secretary

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Grandview Heights Local Schools is seeking a dedicated High School Financial Secretary at Grandview Heights High School. The ideal candidate will have previous administrative experience,...

Administrative Assistant High School

  • AK
  • 1 day ago
  • AK
  • 1 day ago

Bargaining Unit: TOTEM Work Year: 11 months Work Day: 8.0 hours per day FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE Salary: T-13, $21.43 to $22.39 per hour, DOE Job Summary The High School Administrative Assistant...

School Administrative Assistant - Middle School

  • Bronx, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 1 day ago

Maintains confidentiality of various aspects of school operation including sensitive and personal information....

Administrative Assistant - School of Medicine, Pharmacology

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the...

School Administrative Secretary - Bulletin# 2425-242

  • Hesperia, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hesperia, CA
  • 1 day ago

Hesperia Unified School District JOB TITLE: School Administrative Secretary Job Purpose Statement: The job of School Administrative Secretary is done for the purpose of providing clerical support...

SY25/26 High School Office Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago

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

Assistant Registrar

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Works closely with the Student Services administrative management team. This position directs the work of Classified, temporary, Student, and Work-study employees....

Visit School Website Catholic School Search The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of...

School Office Assistant Substitute

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 1 day ago

Saugus Union School District See attachment on original job posting On-Line Application Refer to the job posting for a list of required skills or if you have any questions or need further...

Administrative Assistant Middle School

  • Devils Lake, ND
  • 1 day ago
  • Devils Lake, ND
  • 1 day ago

Central Middle School is looking for an Administrative Assistant. High school graduate with post high school secretarial coursework is preferred. This job will be 8 hours a day, 10-1/2 months a...

CL22226: Summer School Secretary/Bilingual Required (3 Positions)

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago

Position #22226: Summer School Secretary/Bilingual Required (3 Positions) Posting Dates: 04/11/2025 – 04/17/2025 (Or Until Filled) Locations: Multiple – See Table Below Hours: 4 Hours per Day Monday...

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Salary for School Secretary Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

School Secretarys offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.9%
Master's Degree
26.0%
High School or GED
15.5%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
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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