School Clerk & Admin Support Specialist

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

Behavioral Health & EAP

Employee Wellness Program

Basic Life Insurance

Pension Plans

Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b)

Supplemental Retirement Plans (457(b))

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Spot Pet Insurance

Paid Leave

Sick Leave

Vacation Days

Parental Leaves

Short-Term Disability

Religious Holidays

Leaves

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a School Clerk Assistant to perform a variety of routine clerical duties in a CPS facility under the supervision of the school principal.

The role handles mail, reception, scheduling, inquiries, and prepares student transfers and registrations, using PC or typewriter as directed. Strong typing and basic arithmetic are valued; must communicate clearly with staff, students, parents and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED) and typing 35 words per minute with fewer than 10 errors.
• General clerical work experience is desirable.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; effective communication with staff, students, parents and the public.

Responsibilities

• Type original correspondence using PC or typewriter as directed.
• Open, sort, and distribute mail and school correspondence.
• Greet visitors as receptionist and direct to staff.
• Schedule appointments for school administrators.
• Answer general inquiries from students, parents, guardians, and the public.
• Process student transfers and registrations; file reports and records.
• Operate basic office machines and intercom system.
• Maintain office bulletin boards and assist petty cash or payroll tasks.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Communication skills

Clerical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Typewriter

Photocopier

Fax machine

Personal computer

Intercom system

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a School Clerk Assistant to perform a variety of routine clerical duties in a CPS facility under the supervision of the school principal.

The role handles mail, reception, scheduling, inquiries, and prepares student transfers and registrations, using PC or typewriter as directed. Strong typing and basic arithmetic are valued; must communicate clearly with staff, students, parents and the public.