Temporary School Office Assistant - Immediate Start

Dist156; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Dist156 is seeking a Substitute - Clerical Office Assistant to support our district with essential administrative tasks. Start date is immediate for a long-term substitution from October 29 through December 10, 2026.

The role involves answering calls, greeting visitors, filing, and general office duties in a fast-paced school environment. Working hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a paid 15-minute break and a 30-minute unpaid meal break.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office and Google Suite.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Detail oriented with good time management.
• Able to adapt to a changing work environment.
• Efficient with minimal supervision and able to handle interruptions.
• Respect confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Professional with staff, students, parents and the public.

Responsibilities

• Answer, screen and make phone calls as needed.
• Monitor the office door.
• Greet and assist visitors, staff, and/or students as needed.
• Receive, distribute, organize, file, etc. documents.
• Perform routine office duties in a busy, productive office.
• Assist with special office projects.
• Remain current about office activities.
• Organize announcements, signs, and communications.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Secretarial experience

MS Office

Google Suite

Detail oriented

Oral and written communication

Time management

Adaptable to interruptions

Confidentiality

Professional conduct with staff/guests

Punctual attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Dist156 is seeking a Substitute - Clerical Office Assistant to support our district with essential administrative tasks. Start date is immediate for a long-term substitution from October 29 through December 10, 2026.

The role involves answering calls, greeting visitors, filing, and general office duties in a fast-paced school environment. Working hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a paid 15-minute break and a 30-minute unpaid meal break.