This position is part-time for the 2026-27 school year, M-F 5.75 hrs a day, $16.00/hr
Position Objective: The Office Assistant provides assistance in the daily operations of the school by supporting the work of the principal and serving as a point of contact for students, staff, and the public.
Essential Functions:
Greets all visitors with courtesy, making sure that security procedures are consistently followed
Answers the telephone in a professional courteous manner
Keeps the principal informed of all important calls, visitors, messages and other events pertaining to the function of our school
Maintains strict confidentiality of all office, school, and personal information
Handles all minor accidents and illnesses that come to the office in an efficient and professional manner in accordance with school policies
Assists with daily attendance
Presents a positive image to the office and the building as a whole
Completes reports/projects specified by the Principal
Assists with employee absence creation and substitute placements through AESOP program
Assists with maintaining and updating all student records as required
Assists with student registration, as directed by Principal
Additional Functions:
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Competencies:
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Proficient in typing, filing, copying and other clerical functions
Proficient in standard office software applications, including Microsoft Word, internet usage, email usage, Microsoft Excel
Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, students, parents, and the general public
Ability to interact with children in a positive and nurturing manner
Ability to multi-task while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
Ability to read, write and speak the English language
Ability to assess and anticipate clerical tasks needed
Understanding of school, district, and state rules and regulations regarding school operations
Physical Demands: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting for prolonged periods of time, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.
Environmental Conditions: The work is performed primarily indoors; however, outside work is required on occasion. Travel between buildings may be required.
Numbers & Facts
Location
IL
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
English Languageunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Manual Dexterityunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Telephone Skillsunmatched
Typingunmatched
University/School Policiesunmatched
University/School Regulationsunmatched
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