Elementary School Secretary (Part‑time, Permanent)

About the role

The Elementary School Secretary supports the Principal and Vice‑Principal in daily administrative operations, ensuring smooth communication and accurate record‑keeping within the school community.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence, reports, newsletters and maintain filing systems.
• Answer phones, greet visitors, manage incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and e‑mail.
• Maintain student enrolment records, attendance, family files, schedules, and trip documentation.
• Assist with personnel, payroll, accounting, banking and petty‑cash procedures.
• Process purchase orders and tender requests for school supplies.
• Provide support for activities involving students, parents and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Required profile

• Completion of a one‑year post‑secondary secretarial program.
• Minimum two years of relevant clerical experience, preferably in an elementary school setting.
• Strong time‑management, prioritisation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Familiarity with Board policies and elementary‑school procedures.

Required skills

• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Experience with student information systems.
• Basic accounting and desktop‑publishing knowledge.
• Comfort using internet, e‑mail, scanners and standard office equipment.