Substitute Secretaries

Young World Physical Education; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 17,555 - 23,034; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Paterson is seeking Substitute Secretaries to provide critical clerical support on an on-call basis. Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma and demonstrate skills in secretarial duties, organization, and communication. The position pays $110 per day. Responsibilities include effective use of electronic tools, filing, and excellent interpersonal skills. Bilingual candidates are preferred, and immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Bilingual preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in a related role.
• Demonstrated ability to type 50 words per minute with minimal errors.
• Ability to adapt to and utilize district software programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support on an as-needed basis.
• Use electronic equipment for word processing and data management.
• Exhibit proper telephone etiquette.

Skills

Secretarial skills

General bookkeeping skills

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Effective communication in English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a recognized program of secretarial studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Substitute Secretaries

Paterson Public School District Various Locations - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5499798

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a Per Diem / On-Call Position

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual, preferred
• Have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related secretarial or office position.
• A graduate of a recognized program of secretarial studies, preferred
• Demonstrate excellent secretarial skills, including at least fifty (50) words per minute at the keyboard with a minimum of errors
• General bookkeeping skills
• Organizational and filing skills
• The ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, and telecommunications.
• Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or an equivalent computer program.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to and utilize the district's software programs.
• Demonstrate appropriate telephone etiquette, with proper voice inflection.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Applicants will be required to successfully complete an office skills proficiency screening.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $110 Per Day

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute: Clerical

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]