Data Clerk

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks a data entry/administrative support person to enter student information into multiple systems and maintain accurate records. You will work under general supervision and collaborate with the Site Coordinator and Building Principal to support teachers and school staff.

The role requires strong technology skills, discretion, and the ability to foster a positive learning environment for a diverse student body. Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, principals/administrators and other teachers orally and in writing.
• Ability to navigate the district’s Student Information System (PowerSchool) proficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students who have experienced disengagement and understand the needs of at-risk students.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into student information systems to maintain accurate records.
• Maintain discretion when working with teachers, counselors, administrators, students, and parents.
• Foster a positive learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Bi-lingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree preferred

Tools

PowerSchool

Job description

Duties

Under general supervision, independently performs various student related technical duties related to receiving and processing student information into the student information system, district intranet and student assessment verification.

• Responsible to the Building Principal and will work collaboratively with the Site Coordinator.
• Enter data into various systems in order to maintain proper and accurate records.
• Maintain discretion when working with teachers, counselors, administrators, students, and parents
• Foster a positive learning environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High Diploma or equivalent (GED), or Associate’s Degree preferred
• Have adequate technology skills to effectively navigate the district’s Student Information System (PowerSchool)
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, principals/administrators and other teachers orally and in writing
• Experience working with students who have experienced educational disengagement
• Able to work effectively and have a good understanding of the interests and needs of the districts’ most at risk students
• Experience in working collaboratively in schools and instructional programs
• Ability to work in a fast-past diverse educational setting
• Computer literacy required
• Exhibit organization, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Bi-lingual preferred.

About Our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator, [e-mail], the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr, or both.

Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel in Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325, [e-mail].

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to [e-mail]