School Administrative Clerk & Front Desk Support

CPS; Illinois; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan Options

Pension Plans

Paid Time Off

403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago is seeking a School Clerk Assistant to perform a range of clerical tasks under the supervision of the school principal. The role includes greeting visitors, handling mail, scheduling appointments, and supporting payroll-related activities as needed. Strong typing, communication, and PC skills are essential to maintain efficient office operations within a busy school environment. The position emphasizes reliability, accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED; typing 35 wpm with ≤10 errors.
• General clerical experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Type a variety of original correspondence using PC or typewriter.
• Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail and school correspondence; greet visitors and direct to staff.
• Schedule appointments for administrators; answer telephone calls for school personnel.
• Operate basic office machines and maintain records.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

General clerical skills

Effective communication

Basic arithmetic

PC skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Photocopiers

Fax machines

Office machines

Job description

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago is seeking a School Clerk Assistant to perform a range of clerical tasks under the supervision of the school principal. The role includes greeting visitors, handling mail, scheduling appointments, and supporting payroll-related activities as needed. Strong typing, communication, and PC skills are essential to maintain efficient office operations within a busy school environment. The position emphasizes reliability, accuracy, and teamwork.