Administrative Assistant — Elementary School Office

Description

The administrative assistant is responsible for assisting with daily operations of the elementary office. The ability to communicate and interact with colleagues, students, and parents in a professional manner is paramount to success in this position. This position reports to the elementary principal.

Major Responsibilities:

• Ensure the front desk and telephone are attended at all times during the school day and select summer days and times
• Assist guests in a professional manner
• Perform security checks for all visitors entering the building
• Assist students/parents with late/early arrivals and departures
• Assist the head of school and other office personnel in the elementary office
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and school business
• Organize all school supplies and curriculum
• Be comfortable operating the public address system
• Follow all safety protocols
• Engage with students and staff to promote fun and build community
• Follow all school policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Clerical experience in a fast-paced environment
• Exhibit a strong faith and exemplary lifestyle
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple assignments and duties
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective professional relationships
• Must be able to accept direction
• Must exercise good judgment
• Must submit to a background check
• All applicants must be members of a local church and able to sign and abide by the MDCA Statement of Faith in order to be considered

Background Requirements: 

Background Check conducted through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com. This link provides access to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness Website, as mandated by House Bill 531 (2025) and effective January 1, 2026.

Preference will be given to applicants who are members of a congregation of the churches of Christ. All applicants must be members of a local church and able to sign and abide by the MDCA Statement of Faith to be considered.

Equal access to employment opportunities is available to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.