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The School Secretary

The School Secretary. The person behind the person behind the school. First of all…. This is ministry; it’s not merely a job, it’s a participation in the ministry of teaching. It’s a partnership with the Church and with the work of Jesus . You are a part of the mission.

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The School Secretary

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  1. The School Secretary The person behind the person behind the school

  2. First of all…. This is ministry; it’s not merely a job, it’s a participation in the ministry of teaching. It’s a partnership with the Church and with the work of Jesus.

  3. You are a part of the mission... • What is your school’s mission statement? • What is your role in the furtherance of the mission? • How do you contribute to the mission? • Office friendliness • Hospitality • Care/ concern • Service/community/WWJD

  4. Some Issues for the Secretary • Confidentiality • Public Relations • Organization • Competence • Communication

  5. Confidentiality • Legal Concerns: • Your computer • Files/Records • Money • Supervision/Meds • Gospel Concerns: • Service • Respect

  6. Public Relations • First Impressions • Dressed for Success • Greeting strangers • Phone-honed

  7. Organization • The messy desk • Getting it all done • Whom to take care of first??

  8. Competence • Perfection is our product; our ONLY product • Where do I find the answer? • Knowing your job • How to get better

  9. Communication • Getting through to the boss • Setting limits • Talking with parents • Dealing with children

  10. Stress and Health Issues • Avoiding stress • Dealing with others who are stressed • Keeping healthy

  11. What are some other issues? • Ongoing education • Networking • Keeping work apart from home • ????

  12. Finally…. Let everyone know that you know your job And that you’re good at it!

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