Job Description
School Secretary (10-Month) Guidance Ledyard, CT 06339 From $22.83 an hour - Full-time From $22.83 an hour - Full-time Ledyard Public Schools is seeking a School Based Secretary- Guidance effective the start of the 26-27 School Year. This position is a 10 month, school based role at Ledyard Middle School. Under the general supervision of the school Administrator, the school based administrative assistant performs a wide variety of clerical, secretarial, and recordkeeping tasks. School Secretary (10-Month)
Guidance:
Serves as contact and reference source for staff, students, parents, and the public Greets visitors and answers public inquiries in a pleasant and professional manner and/or directing inquiries to the appropriate individuals Creates forms, compiles and organizes data and information necessary for the efficient operation of the office and completion of district, state, and federal reports Provides school-specific administrative support Maintains appointment and event calendars Uses the Visitor Management System Communicates effectively in routine, sensitive, and confidential matters Performs special assignments, studies, routine administrative functions and other related duties as assigned by the building administrator or designee Maintains attendance records and monitors student absences and tardies in Powerschool in accordance with BOE policy Assist the needs of students, substitute teachers, maintenance staff and others Plan and organize work according to office procedures and established priorities Assist in obtaining substitute teachers and provide necessary school information Supervises or summon assistance for ill or injured students in absence of the school nurse Perform routine filing, word processing, typing, and related clerical support to the principal as required. Operate office equipment such as computer, calculator, and photocopier Independently compile information for reports as directed by the principal. Perform special assignments, studies and routine administrative functions as directed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and decision making skills; ability to work with employees and the public in a professional, effective, and courteous manner Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel, parents, students, and the public; working collaboratively as a team member Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others. Genuine interest in supporting the needs of students and staff Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals Considerable knowledge of office management and standard operating procedures Highly developed ability to plan, organize and coordinate work Qualifications:
Associate's degree or equivalent work experience Working knowledge of G-Suite office software PowerSchool experience a plus Pay and Benefits:
In accordance with the Work Environment:
Works in standard office and school building environments Travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required To Apply:
Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately. Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website, or Access the application at: to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $22.83 per hour Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location:
In person
