26 - Educational Assistant - Clerical

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Educational Assistant - Clerical provides clerical support to an assigned principal and other school staff, assisting with attendance, enrollment, and health-related tasks. The position is based at Paragon Learning Center in the Learning Services department and reports to the Building Principal. The work year is 153 days, at six hours per day. The position is non-exempt, with salary and fringe benefits based on the Miscellaneous Schedule B schedule. The employee maintains confidentiality, supports office operations, assists students who are ill or injured, and communicates professionally with students, parents, staff, and visitors. The role requires effective English communication, general office and computer skills, sound organization and judgment, and the ability to manage ongoing tasks and interruptions. The work is performed in a typical office environment with usually moderate noise.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Highly Qualified status under ESSA.
Pass a Work Keys or Praxis test, or have 48 semester hours of college coursework, or an associate degree.
Complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and receive clearance from the Office of Human Resources.
Communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Be at least 21 years old at the time of hire.
Knowledge of modern office practices and standard office appliances, including desktop computers, typewriters, and copy machines.
Ability to perform general clerical work quickly and efficiently; prioritize, plan, organize, and execute work using independent judgment.
Ability to use database, spreadsheet, and word-processing software; familiarity with mainframe terminals, email, and other computerized processes.
Ability to compose clear and concise letters and memos, format reports, make accurate mathematical calculations, maintain records, prepare standard reports, and protect confidentiality.
Ability to work cooperatively and maintain professional and effective relationships with staff, students, parents, officials, and community members.
Ability to work under pressure with ongoing tasks, interruptions, deadlines, and changes while making minimal errors.
Ability to make independent decisions under established policies and procedures, answer routine questions, and follow verbal and written instructions.