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BrightBee

Bilingual School Office Manager

New York, NY

$21 - $27/hr

As a BrightBee front office manager, you'll support local schools -supporting visitors, parents, and community members as directed by each school site. The more sites and assignment types you are ...

BrightBee

Bilingual School Office Manager

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$21 - $27/hr

As a BrightBee front office manager, you'll support local schools -supporting visitors, parents, and community members as directed by each school site. The more sites and assignment types you are ...

CornerStone Staffing

Office Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Full calendar-year position; schedule based on school operating needs * Employment type: Full-time ROLE IMPACT The Office Manager keeps the school office organized, responsive, and running ...

BrightBee

Bilingual School Office Manager

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$21 - $27/hr

As a BrightBee front office manager, you'll support local schools --supporting visitors, parents, and community members as directed by each school site. The more sites and assignment types you are ...

National Indian Education Association

WI · On-site

$95 - $120/hr

Coordinates with the central office in recruitment and selection of employees specific to the elementary schools. * Organizes and conducts regular meetings with elementary staff for continuing ...

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How much do elementary school office manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for elementary school office manager in the United States is $25.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an elementary school office manager do?

An Elementary School Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily administrative operations of a school's front office. Their duties typically include managing student and staff records, answering phones, greeting visitors, coordinating schedules, handling correspondence, and supporting the principal and teaching staff with clerical tasks. They also often assist with budgeting, ordering supplies, and maintaining a welcoming environment for students, parents, and staff. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills to ensure the office runs smoothly and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an elementary school office manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Elementary School Office Manager, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and experience with general office administration, often supported by a high school diploma or associate degree. Familiarity with student information systems, office software like Microsoft Office Suite, and basic bookkeeping is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to multitask help in managing communication between staff, students, and parents. These skills ensure efficient school operations, a welcoming environment, and effective support for the educational community.

What are some common challenges faced by an elementary school office manager, and how can they be addressed?

Elementary School Office Managers often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as managing administrative tasks, assisting teachers and parents, handling student records, and coordinating school events. A common challenge is balancing urgent requests from staff and parents while maintaining accuracy in record-keeping and communication. Developing strong organizational skills, setting priorities, and using school management software can help streamline daily operations. Collaboration with teachers, administrators, and support staff is key to addressing issues promptly and ensuring a positive school environment.

What is the difference between Elementary School Office Manager vs Elementary School Secretary?

AspectElementary School Office ManagerElementary School Secretary
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles prefer administrative certificationsHigh school diploma; administrative experience helpful
Work EnvironmentAdministrative office within a school, overseeing office operationsFront desk, greeting visitors, handling calls and clerical tasks
ResponsibilitiesManaging office staff, coordinating school activities, overseeing suppliesAnswering phones, scheduling appointments, assisting visitors
Common UsageUsed in schools with broader administrative dutiesMore common in daily clerical support roles

The Elementary School Office Manager typically has broader administrative responsibilities and may oversee staff and school operations, while the Elementary School Secretary focuses on clerical tasks like answering phones and greeting visitors. Both roles require similar credentials and work in the same environment, but their scope of duties differs.

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Infographic showing various Elementary School Office Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,027 per year, or $25.5 per hour.

Office Manager - Hourly

4000 Archdiocese of Seattle Payroll Svc

Aberdeen, WA • On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - ST. MARY SCHOOL
School Office Manager
St. Mary School is a parish supported Catholic school educating the next generation of innovative thinkers and ethical leaders in Grays Harbor and beyond. St. Mary School offers a rigorous education that celebrates diversity, individuality, and academic excellence. Sound ethical and moral values are taught by passionate teachers who lead by example, demonstrating what it means to be a St. Mary student.
St. Mary School, located in Aberdeen, WA, has an opening for a full-time School Office Manager. This position seeks candidates capable of managing the operations of a private early learning/elementary/middle school office.
Application Deadline: Position is open until filled.
Wages and Benefits: The position is paid at an hourly rate ranging from $18-24/hour depending upon qualifications and experience. The position is benefit eligible and includes 10 days of paid sick leave per school year (two of the ten days can be used as personal days) and holiday pay. The month of July and school vacation days are NOT paid.
Start Date: The official start date for the position is August 4, 2025. Additional work days in June of 2025 may be added for training and other purposes.
Schedule: The work days for this position follow the school calendar (i.e. Monday thru Friday) and extend from the first Monday in August to the last weekday in June. Daily schedule is 7:15am to 3:45pm including 30 minutes for lunch. Additional hours may be added for special activities/events (i.e. Oktoberfest, Open House, etc.)
Job Description
  1. Manages the operation of the school office. Greets parents, students, and visitors entering the office and provides assistance. Answers the telephone and responds to inquiries; screens calls for the School Principal, faculty, staff, and students. Receives and distributes mail. Promotes effective public relations with parents, parishioners, alumni, and the general public.
  2. Provides secretarial assistance to the School Principal and faculty. Compiles data for enrollment and prepares other reports and lists. Formats and types correspondence, forms, and reports from handwritten drafts. Duplicates materials. Types and distributes school newsletter and other school community information as needed.
  3. Processes enrollment materials; completes data input on computer; maintains current class lists; completes procedures for students transferring to the school or withdrawing from the school.
  4. Maintains student attendance and tardy records; alerts principal to student attendance problems; contacts parents to verify absence of students
  5. Maintains records and files for family and student information and health records; completes annual immunization report for the State of Washington; archives records as needed; maintains confidentiality
  6. Maintains accounting ledgers for and billing for general school budget (i.e. cash tuition accounts, lunch accounts, Extended School Services billing, etc.); collects monies for various student activities, payments, and donations; prepares and maintains bank deposits; coordinates with Parish Office staff on invoices, deposits, payments, and timesheets for hourly employees; submits daily lunch count; generates and prints monthly lunch calendar; sells SCRIP cards and manages petty cash account
  7. Processes free and reduced lunch application forms; evaluates and approves forms per guidelines; informs parents; maintains records
  8. Requisitions, receives, accounts for and distributes school supplies, textbooks, office supplies, and materials; troubleshoots problems with office equipment and calls for service if needed; writes work orders for maintenance
  9. Supervises students who come into the office; provides basic first aid and medical care to ill or injured students; calls parents and makes arrangements for transportation home, if necessary; gives medication as authorized; maintains medication authorization records
  10. Coordinates with a variety of programs as requested, such as, PTO, fundraisers, school pictures, open houses, Special Friends Lunch, etc.
  11. Coordinates daily substitute activities/needs (certificated and non-certificated) for the purpose of ensuring that staff absences are covered in a timely manner; greets substitutes and provides information needed
  12. Monitors building visitors, visitor sign-in procedures and building activities including crisis situations and safety procedures
  13. Performs a variety of related duties and special projects as assigned

Working Conditions: Office environment; experiences frequent interruptions; requires the ability to multi-task and respond quickly; requires dealing with a variety of personalities and emotional states; requires caring for ill or injured students. Requires visual concentration on detail, dexterity, and precision.
To express interest, please email a cover letter and current resume to School Principal, Carrie Marlow at cmarlow@saintmaryschool.org.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of general secretarial procedures
  • Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, English language usage
  • Knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures; ability to maintain accounting ledgers
  • Keyboarding skills at 60 words per minute or more
  • Skill in operating general office machines
  • Skill in written and oral communication
  • Ability to operate a computer and use specific software applications (i.e. Microsoft Word Office Suite, including Word and Excel)
  • Ability to accurately perform arithmetic calculations
  • Ability to set up and maintain an accurate filing system
  • Ability to attend to detail and follow tasks through to completion
  • Ability to organize and set priorities
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and remain flexible
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, parents, students, and the general public

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent and at least five years of secretarial experience, including records maintenance, bookkeeping, and customer service
  • Experience working with children, particularly in a school setting, preferred
  • Must hold current First Aid and CPR certification or have the ability to obtain
  • Must pass a background check and complete the Archdiocesan Safe Environment Training
  • Catholic, preferred but not required

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.
Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.

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