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Coord. Clinic Office
Career Insights for Elementary and Secondary School Administrator (General)
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What they do
An Elementary and Secondary School Administrator supervises teachers, counselors, librarians and other school staff, manages a school budget and finances, provides instructional leadership and monitors progress toward local, state and federal educational standards. Directs student discipline and works with parents and community partners. May work in other school district administrative or professional positions such as school district superintendent.
$82,793 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Performs routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to internal and external customers. Skills 1. Typing speed of 40 wpm. 2. Excellent listening, writing and oral communication skills. 3. Excellent Customer Service Skills. 4. Excellent Organizational Skills to demonstrate initiative to work in fast pace environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and demands. 5. Proficient in use of personal computer including word processing, presentations, database management, and spreadsheet applications. 6. High level of interpersonal skills and ability to work on issues of a sensitive nature. 7. Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 8. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Work Experience Two years previous clerical and administrative work-related experience required, preferably in a clinical setting. License/Registration/Certification Current CPR training required. Education and Training High school diploma or equivalent.