School Secretary- Monticello Elementary

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Position Purpose To assist with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.

Assists with the copying and distribution of documents and other materials (e.g., correspondence, bulletins, reports) for administrative, instructional and clerical staff. Assists in maintaining documents, files and records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference. Assists with answering telephone calls, and provide information and assistance to callers. Assists in distributing incoming mail appropriately. Assists in maintaining inventories of supplies and materials for the purpose of ensuring items' availability.

Assists in supervising and managing students in non-classroom activities such as cafeteria, recess, and busing.

Standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed. Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word). Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required. Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Work in standard office and school building environments. Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
High School diploma or equivalent. Prior successful clerical experience preferred.

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