Support Specialist I

Young World Physical Education; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria City Public Schools is seeking a Support Specialist I at Patrick Henry K-8 Program School in Alexandria, VA. The role provides secretarial support, maintains records, compiles materials, and responds to inquiries from internal and external sources.

This 12-month position reports to the School Principal. Starting date is immediate; compensation includes an hourly wage and an annual salary range, with overtime eligibility under FLSA guidance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates schedules, meetings, and activities in support of administrator/department staff with operational activities.
• Maintains a wide variety of files and records (manual/computer; confidential/non-confidential) to provide documentation in accordance with administrative and legal requirements.
• Monitors assigned departmental activities and/or program components to ensure goals are achieved, target dates are met and legal/administrative requirements are satisfied.
• Performs record-keeping and clerical functions to support the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.
• Prepares a variety of written materials to document activities, provide written reference, and convey information.
• Responds to inquiries from internal and external parties and provides information, facilitates communication, and/or provides direction.
• Supports school office functions in delivering services per established guidelines.
• Attends meetings and workshops to record events and convey/receive information.
• Other duties as assigned by School Principal.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Support Specialist I

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Job Details

Job ID: 5875997
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description: The Support Specialist I provides secretarial support to the school site; establishes and maintains records; compiles and distributes materials and reports; and responds to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources. This is currently a Support, 12-month position reporting to the School Prinicpal at Patrick Henry K-8 School.

Qualifications:

• Education:High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:Job-relatedexperience is desired. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates schedules, meetings, and activities in support of administrator/department staff with operational activities.
• Maintains a wide variety of files and records (manual/computer; confidential/non-confidential) to provide documentation in accordance with administrative and legal requirements.
• Monitors assigned departmental activities and/or program components (e.g. travel arrangements and reimbursements, meetings and events, etc.) to ensure that goals are achieved, target dates are met and financial, legal, and/or administrative requirements are satisfied.
• Performs record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) to support the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. reports, memos, letters, etc.) to document activities, provide written reference, and/or convey information.
• Responds to a variety of inquiries from internal and external parties (e.g. staff, parents, students, public agencies, etc.) and provides information, facilitates communication among parties, and/or provides direction.
• Supports school office functions in delivering services in accordance with established guidelines.
• Assists other personnel as may be required to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.
• Attends meetings and workshops to record events and convey and/or receive information.
• Other duties as assigned by School Principal.

Compensation:

• Hourly wage $18.62 to $22.91 an hour (Additional factors in calculation, including hours, # of days, etc.)

• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt position - This position is classified as non-exempt, meaning it is eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance -Must follow safety and health protocols.

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Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $35,750.40 to $43,987.20 Support_SUP-11

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Kenard Robinson , Principal
• Patrick Henry K-8 Program School
• Email: [e-mail]

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