About this role
Job Title: Secretary (Special Education)
Reports to: Administrator(s) as assigned
Essential Summary
To assure the smooth and efficient operation of the administrative office so that the office's maximum positive impact on the education of children can be realized. This position will work primarily with the special education department.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs the usual office routines and practices associated with a busy yet productive and smoothly-run office, working as part of a professional secretarial team.
- Maintains such student and/or office records as shall be required.
- Receives and routes all incoming calls. Greets all visitors courteously, determines their needs, checks appointments and directs or escorts them to the appropriate person.
- Maintains an attractive and comfortable work and reception area.
- Types and produces curriculum documents, reports and correspondence using computer software for word processing, desk-top publishing and spreadsheets.
- Assists other members of the secretarial team in preparing administrative and/or instructional materials as requested.
- Maintains the same level of ethical behavior and confidentiality about the school system and its operation as is expected of all professional personnel.
- Administrative support for the special education team including helping staff with processing documentation for IEP (Individualized Educational Plans) meetings.
- Assist with scheduling IEP meetings in a timely manner to comply with deadlines.
- Maintain special education records and files.
- Performs other duties as required including but not limited to typing, photocopying and filing.
- Performs such other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
Education
- High School Diploma with courses in keyboarding, computers operations and business education. Two years of post-high school training preferred.
Experience
- Computer Skills-Word Processing
- Working knowledge of basic office procedures and equipment including personal computers and related software.
- Three to five years of experience as a secretary.
- Effective keyboard speed.
- An equivalent combination, as may be deemed appropriate.
Terms of Employment
- 12 month position. Non-exempt position. Salary to be established by the Board.