Temporary School Office Clerk - Admin Support & Events

University of Chicago Charter School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Charter School Woodlawn Campus in Chicago, IL is seeking a Temporary Office Clerk for the 2026/27 school year. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will maintain student and staff records, answer callers, prepare written communications, and support meetings and events.

This full-time, benefits-ineligible role provides coverage for a leave of absence. Starting date is immediate, with hourly pay in the $18.50–$22.00 range, commensurate with experience and education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with a minimum of 2 years of administrative or clerical work experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Experience using PowerSchool and SchoolMint preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience with various office equipment, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Typing skills of at least 40-50 words per minute required.
• Ability to communicate clearly with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the Main Office; manage inventory of office supplies.
• Answer phones and handle mail distribution.
• Process incoming/outgoing mail with postage machine.
• Greet visitors and assist parents and students.
• Provide administrative support to campus directors.
• Maintain school and student records and organize files.
• Report maintenance issues and coordinate school events.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Typing 40-50 wpm

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PowerSchool

SchoolMint

Job description

The University of Chicago Charter School Woodlawn Campus in Chicago, IL is seeking a Temporary Office Clerk for the 2026/27 school year. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will maintain student and staff records, answer callers, prepare written communications, and support meetings and events.

This full-time, benefits-ineligible role provides coverage for a leave of absence. Starting date is immediate, with hourly pay in the $18.50–$22.00 range, commensurate with experience and education.