Administrative assistant

St. Thecla Catholic School office is looking for a part-time administrative assistant to join our school. This position is central to the effective operation of the school. The administrative assistant provides secretarial and clerical support for the school office operations.

Basic Qualifications:

Desire to serve Christ in the Catholic Church.

Positive Attitude

Team player

Experience working with children

Familiarity and competency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Publisher.

Detail-oriented

Willingness to learn computer software programs

Flexible

Essential duties and tasks include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrates professional, consistently welcoming, and joyful conduct in communications and interactions with all constituents and community members

• Carries out general clerical duties: type, file, copy, and fax,

• Answer and direct phone calls to the school and take messages

• Manage staff records – file and organize. Ensure absolute confidentiality of information, files, and records.

• Screen students’ health complaints and administer basic first-aid and basic care for students

• Additional responsibilities as dictated by the pastor or principal

• • Do scheduling on FACTS before the start of the new year
• • Keep new employee form files current
• • Keep substitute teacher files up to date with the required forms to be completed
• • Assist principal with various reports: CEPI, AOD, NEPA, MANS, etc

Fundamental skills include but are not limited to:

• Good organizational, communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with large groups of people, including parents, staff, and parish personnel

• Highly developed computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.), and FACTS

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a strong attention to detail

• Must have excellent communication skills and ability to convey the mission of St. Thecla Catholic School

• Must be present at required school meetings and functions.

• Must have a strong commitment to Catholic education and model behavior in accordance with St. Thecla Catholic School's mission and philosophy.

• Understand and abide by the Archdiocese of Detroit contract for employment and the specifications it contains regarding the expectations of a Catholic school employee.

Must pass a criminal background check

Must take Protecting God’s Children and other school training.

The pay rate is determined by the Principal/Pastor.

Please send a resume and 3 letters of recommendation to