Position OverviewThe Weston Public Schools is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Attendance Office at the High School. This is a full-time position, reporting to the High School Assistant Principal. We are looking for a diverse pool of applicants who are inspired by our mission to educate, equip, and inspire all students to achieve their full potential and enrich their community.
About the Weston Public SchoolsThe Weston Public Schools enrolls approximately 2,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school district includes a high school for grades 9-12, a middle school for grades 6-8, an upper elementary school for grades 4-5, and two lower elementary schools for pre-kindergarten through grade 3. Since 1967, Weston has participated in METCO (Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity) - a voluntary, desegregation program that places Boston residents in suburban schools. The Weston METCO program enrolls approximately 160 students (K-12).
Key Responsibilities-
Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion
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Perform all general clerical duties to support attendance office and the High School Assistant Principal
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Maintain student attendance records, and provide regular updates to faculty and families
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Support the Assistant Principal with various scheduling functions, including: scheduling study halls, room assignments, teacher coverage, and student lunch schedules.
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Maintain student demographic and emergency contact information
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Prepare the Weston High School Faculty Handbook, including regular updates
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Support the annual state testing, including scheduling and room assignments
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Process information and update relevant systems
- Collect and maintain data for various local and state reports
- Interact with students, families, and staff in a responsive, customer-focused manner, and be sensitive to confidential information
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Principal or his designee
Desired Qualifications-
Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma and two years of college required, and at least three years of off experience, preferably in a school setting (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience)
- Results driven, with excellent planning and a systems approach to project management
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
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Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, PowerSchool and Google Suite
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
Hiring TimelineThe review of applications will begin immediately, but please note that while we will carefully review every application, only candidates invited to advance in the hiring process will be contacted.
