Secretary

Secretary 2026-2027

Forest Area Community Schools is seeking a welcoming, organized, and reliable Elementary School Secretary for our Grades PK-3 building to serve a close-knit district of approximately 500 students.

Key Responsibilities

• Front Office Operations: Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, visitors, students, and staff; manage main office phone calls and daily communications with positivity and tact.
• Attendance & Records: Track daily attendance, process student check-ins/check-outs, handle enrollment paperwork, and maintain accurate records in the student management database.
• Pupil Accounting Support: Work closely with the district pupil accountant to ensure accurate enrollment data, official student count day documentation, and state reporting compliance.
• Administrative Support: Assist the elementary principal with daily operations, scheduling, announcements, and parent communications.
• Student Care: Administer basic first aid for minor playground bumps/scrapes, maintain medication logs per policy, and notify parents when a child is unwell.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, prior secretarial/administrative experience preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office / Google Workspace and comfort learning school management software, PowerSchool knowledge helpful
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to work well with others
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to remain calm and helpful during busy office hours.