Jr. Clerk Typist (Calendar Year)

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Jr. Clerk Typist for full-time employment aiming to support the diverse New Bedford community. Responsibilities include processing student records, demonstrating computer literacy in ASPEN, Word, and Excel, and maintaining clear communication with staff and parents.

Applicants must be residents of New Bedford, showing dedication to inclusivity and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively. This role reports to the School Principal and aligns with the AFSCME contract.

Qualifications

• CIVIL SERVICE POSITION REQUIRES NEW BEDFORD RESIDENCY.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Process student records in compliance with Federal and State Special Education Laws.
• Handle multiple tasks with limited supervision.
• Demonstrate ability to set priorities.

Skills

Computer literacy

Ability to relate to students, parents, staff and community

Self-motivation and flexibility

Attention to detail

Tools

ASPEN

Word

Excel

AESOP

Job description

New Bedford Public Schools, Jacobs Elementary School, New Bedford, Massachusetts. Open position in Google Maps.

Jr. Clerk Typist (Calendar Year)

Job Details

• Job ID: 5680361
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Apr 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Position

Jr. Clerk (Calendar Year)

Responsibilities

• Ability to relate to students, parents, staff and community
• Self-motivated and flexible; must show demonstrated ability to set priorities and work with limited supervision
• Capable of handling multiple tasks and paying attention to detail
• Computer literacy essential with various programs – ASPEN, Word and Excel, AESOP
• Processing of student records, meeting Federal and State Special Education Laws
• Additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• CIVIL SERVICE POSITION REQUIRES NEW BEDFORD RESIDENCY

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: School Principal or Designee
• Hours: 7:30am – 4:00pm
• Rate: In accordance with the AFSCME contract

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Receptionist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required