School Secretary

Job Responsibilities

Answer telephone and addresses caller questions and concerns.
Transfers calls to proper individual and/or department as needed.
Welcomes visitors to the school and provides directions around the building as needed.
Assists in designing and drawing up promotional and informational materials for parents.
Provides students with tardy slips.
Maintains records of student absences.
Accepts and processes tuition and school lunch payments from parents.
Makes bank deposits.
Sorts and distributes mail delivered to school office.
Contacts parents in the event of student illness or behavioral issues.
Maintains student records and files.
Provides administrative support to principal or other upper level administrator as needed.
Takes dictation and transcribes documents.
Attends office meetings and takes minutes.
Job Requirments

Interested candidates should possess an OND or NCE qualification with 1-2 years experience.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.
Maintains professional and friendly demeanor.
Possesses excellent organizational skills.
Is capable of managing time efficiently.
Demonstrate ability to multi-task effectively.
Works well with a variety of students, administrators, and parents.
Exhibits ability to remain polite and calm when dealing with troublesome students or frustrated parents.
Demonstrates ability to think creatively.
Demonstrates strong writing and editing abilities.
Possesses excellent telephone etiquette.