Data Clerk- .5

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks a detail-oriented data technician to enter student information into the student information system, district intranet, and assessment verification under general supervision.

You will work with the Building Principal and Site Coordinator, maintain discreet records, and foster a positive learning environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, proficiency with PowerSchool, and strong communication; bilingual ability is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, associate degree preferred.
• Ability to navigate the district’s Student Information System (PowerSchool).
• Excellent written and verbal communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Discretion when handling confidential information.
• Bi-lingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into various systems to maintain accurate records.
• Process student information into the student information system, district intranet and assessment verification.
• Maintain discretion when working with teachers, counselors, administrators, students, and parents.
• Foster a positive learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

PowerSchool

Communication

Discretion

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Student Information System

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.

"If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!"

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.

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at [e-mail].

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.

The 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]