Clerical Substitute

Young World Physical Education; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Amherst Pelham Regional School District Central Office in Amherst, MA seeks a dependable temporary substitute clerical assistant to support the Curriculum Department and Family Center. The role covers school choice, student registration, and general administrative duties on a per-diem basis.

The position focuses on timely data entry, records management, and courteous front-office service, with schedule based on leave coverage and district needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; administrative training preferred.
• Prior clerical/office or customer-service experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with email, word processing, spreadsheets, and shared files.
• Ability to handle confidential information with good judgment.
• Multilingual skills are valued and encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical and administrative support in Central Office.
• Support school choice processes, organize applications and records.
• Assist with elementary student registration and enrollment tasks.
• Answer calls, greet visitors, and handle routine inquiries professionally.
• Prepare, scan, file, and distribute documents; maintain district records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multilingual skills valued

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Administrative training preferred

Tools

Email

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Shared electronic files

Job description

Amherst Pelham Regional School District Central Office - Amherst, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Clerical Substitute

Amherst Pelham Regional School District Central Office - Amherst, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5878908

Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE CLERICAL SUPPORT

Central Office - Curriculum Department and Family Center

Position Type

Temporary, substitute/per diem; leave coverage

Classification

Clerical Substitute

Location

Central Office

Schedule

As needed, based on operational and leave-coverage needs

Assignment Length

Determined by the length of the leave; currently unknown

Position Summary

The District is seeking a dependable and flexible temporary substitute clerical employee to provide per-diem administrative support in Central Office while covering an employee leave. The position will support the Curriculum Department and Family Center, with primary responsibility for school choice, elementary student registration, and other administrative tasks as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical and administrative support to the Curriculum Department and Family Center.
• Support the District's school choice process, including organizing applications and records, communicating routine information, and assisting with related administrative requirements.
• Assist families with elementary student registration and enrollment, including receiving and reviewing documentation, entering information, and following up on incomplete materials.
• Answer and direct telephone calls, respond to routine inquiries, and welcome visitors in a professional and helpful manner.
• Prepare, organize, copy, scan, file, and distribute documents and materials.
• Enter, update, and maintain information in District systems, spreadsheets, and records, while protecting confidential information.
• Assist with scheduling, correspondence, mailings, supply organization, and meeting or event preparation.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Central Office departments, school staff, families, and community partners.
• Perform other related administrative duties as assigned to meet temporary coverage needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional administrative training or college coursework preferred.
• Prior clerical, office, school-district, or customer-service experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of common office technology, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and shared electronic files.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow directions, work collaboratively, and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and use sound judgment when handling student, family, and employee information.
• Multilingual skills are valued and encouraged.

Terms of Employment

This is a temporary, per-diem clerical assignment created to provide leave coverage and operational support. Workdays and hours will be scheduled based on District needs. The length of the assignment will be determined by the duration of the employee leave, which is unknown at this time.

Application

Please submit an application through the District's online employment system. The position will remain open until filled.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $26.47 to $37.08 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Damany Gordon
• 170 Chestnut Street
• Human Resources
• Amherst, Massachusetts 01002
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]