Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary - 12-Months
Date Posted:
4/15/2026
Location:
Glenbard East
Date Available:
June 1, 2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
JOB POSTING ID #10670
CLOSING DATE:Until Filled
Position
Administrative Assistant to the Principal
Position Type
Confidential
Supervisor
Building Principal
Rate of Pay
$46,000 - $52,000 with experience
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Group term life/ADD insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Support Personnel required contributions to IMRF
Paid leave
Glenbard Township High School District 87 is seeking a qualified candidate who will perform duties and responsibilities necessary to support the area to which they are assigned.
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Previous years experience as an administrative assistant for an executive-level corporate or educational administrator or Principal.
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Ability to work in a highly confidential environment.
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Excellent computer skills using Google Suite, Skyward, PowerSchool, Schoology, Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of Gmail and other office software.
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Must demonstrate strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and be attentive to detail.
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Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
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A demonstrated high level of accuracy, dependability, and organization.
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Must advocate, collaborate, empathize, innovate, adapt, learn, and embrace diversity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not all inclusive)
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Prepares written communication on behalf of the Principal.
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Prepares and maintains records and reports as necessary (could include, but is not limited to: budgets, P-card reconciliation, form submission, travel forms and arrangements, reimbursement paperwork, etc.)
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Assists in managing incoming and outgoing communications from the School, including telephone calls, mail, and welcoming visitors.
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Coordinates the Principal's calendar, as needed.
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Schedules facilities for meetings, as needed.
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Orders and manages supplies, technology, and materials pertaining to the operation of the Main Office.
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Prepares and maintains confidential information pertaining to employees, including evaluations, interview packages, emergency contact information, etc.
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Manages short and long-term projects.
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Assists in the staff evaluation process.
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Maintains the school newsletter.
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Maintains familiarity with the organizational structure, departmental functions, policies and procedures of the school district and educational laws.
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Coordinates Main Office Support Personnel.
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Serves as liaison between Staff and HR Department as needed.
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All other duties as assigned.
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Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as correspondence, surveys and electronic media.
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Ability to write professional communications.
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Ability to present information effectively and to respond to questions from individuals and groups.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community members.
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Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form.
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Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
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Ability to maintain current job skills as directed, especially in technology-related activities.
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Ability to perform essential duties with an awareness of school district requirements and School Board policies.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Work is usually conducted at one job site, however, on occasion, this employee will be required to attend meetings, conferences, or workshops and events at other sites as assigned.
Principal: Mr. Antoine Anderson
Glenbard East High School
Phone: 630-627-9250
Email:
[email protected]
Interested parties should fill out the online application at District 87 - Employment.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.
Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, veteran, military status or an unfavorable discharge from service, or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, the Boy Scouts Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
