Office Staff – Preschool Secretary (12 Month) 2026-27

Columbia•Columbia, MO

21h

About The Position

The Preschool Secretary supports the Center for Early Learning North’s Early Childhood Preschool program and its administrative and building functions. The role performs clerical and program-support tasks, maintains records and data, and works with staff, students, and other individuals in a fast-paced environment. The work environment is frequently chaotic, with many students and staff members present and speaking simultaneously. Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability to be extremely detail-oriented.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Ability to read and interpret instructions and procedure manuals, write simple reports and correspondence, and speak with colleagues, administration, and students.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions and solve problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
Strong computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, and ability to learn new systems and software.
Ability to work closely with varied staff members and demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to safeguard confidential information.
Regularly sit, talk, and hear; frequently move about and use fingers and controls; occasionally reach, bend, and lift or carry up to ten pounds.
Close vision sufficient to look at a computer screen for long periods.
Consistent and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

Business school or associate degree.
Prior clerical experience.
Prior experience using office equipment.
Professional and friendly demeanor, with demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Process payroll, enrollment, purchasing, budgeting, and grant support.
Maintain records, including IEP, eSchools, and Early Childhood Outcomes records.
Submit and follow up on work orders.
Serve as a first aid provider.
Answer the phone and door.
Maintain calendars and schedule preschool screenings.
Track data and student attendance.
Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.