General Secretary, Special Education​/School Counseling

General Secretary, Special Education / School Counseling

• Job
• Date Posted: 5/26/2026
• Location:
  
  Daniel Hand High School
• Date Available:
  
  08/17/2026

The Madison Public Schools is seeking a General Secretary for the Special Education / School Counseling Departments at Daniel Hand High School. The position serves as the school and staff administrative liaison by processing and maintaining accurate school and student records and completing other tasks requested by the Special Education and School Counseling departments.

Responsibilities: Manage confidential student and staff records; process school documentation; coordinate with Special Education and Counseling staff to ensure timely completion of required documents; maintain database systems; perform clerical tasks as needed.

Requirements: At least one year of secretarial or office experience; strong knowledge of database systems and proficiency with Google and Microsoft office suites.

Work Schedule: 7.0 hours per day, 198 days per year.
Salary: $20.41 per hour.
Benefits: Health & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Defined Contribution Pension.
Leave Benefits: Paid personal and sick leave.

The Madison Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified persons. The Madison Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practices based on race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, victim of sexual assault or trafficking, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

Applicants may request accommodations to participate in the application process with a ten-day prior notice. The Madison Public Schools encourages applicants who do not meet the stated qualifications but believe they possess equivalent qualifications to submit, in addition to their resume, written statements indicating how their background and experience qualify them for the position. The Madison Public Schools will consider equivalents of the stated minimum qualifications.

The Madison Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.

The Madison Public Schools is a welcoming community committed to providing an accepting and safe place for all to learn and work. We believe that diversity enriches our educational community by fostering empathy and critical thinking skills to prepare our students for success in an interconnected world. We are committed to promoting diversity and equity in all aspects of our district, including hiring practices.