Bilingual School Clerk (Temp) – Spanish/English Admin

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision plan

Wellness program

Pension plans

403(b) & other retirement plans

FSAs

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a bilingual administrative clerk to support school operations. The role involves greeting visitors, answering calls, scheduling appointments, and handling inquiries in English and Spanish while maintaining attendance and enrollment records.

The position also includes payroll processing, record-keeping, and basic data entry using office software. The role requires high school completion and relevant clerical experience in a public school setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school (or GED) with clerical experience and ability to type 45 wpm with few errors.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish for staff, students, parents and the public.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and computer software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and type letters, memos and reports using a computer or typewriter as directed.
• Reception duties: greet visitors, answer phones, schedule appointments for administrators.
• Respond to inquiries in English and Spanish from students, parents and guardians.
• Maintain attendance, payroll, enrollment, and student history records; handle requisitions and deposits.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Typing 45 wpm

Reception/communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Timekeeping software

Spreadsheet/database software

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a bilingual administrative clerk to support school operations. The role involves greeting visitors, answering calls, scheduling appointments, and handling inquiries in English and Spanish while maintaining attendance and enrollment records.

The position also includes payroll processing, record-keeping, and basic data entry using office software. The role requires high school completion and relevant clerical experience in a public school setting.