25 - Educational Assistant - Clerical

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state: We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs. We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs. As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams. The purpose of the Educational Assistant - Clerical is to act as clerical support to an assigned principal and other school staff, to assist with attendance, enrollment, and health related tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Highly Qualified status under ESSA
Pass Work Keys or Praxis test, or 48 Semester Hours of College Coursework, or Associates Degree
Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire.
Knowledge of modern office practices and operation of standard office appliances, including desktop computers, typewriters, and copy machines
Ability to perform general office clerical work quickly and efficiently
Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and execute work using independent judgment
Ability to use standard database, spreadsheet and word processing software effectively.
Familiarity with mainframe terminal, electronic mail, and other computerized processes
Ability to compose clear, concise letters and memos and format reports
Ability to organize and direct office services for a program unit
Ability to make math calculations and computations accurately; ability to correctly check in materials
Ability to maintain moderately complicated records, prepare standard reports, and ensure their confidentiality.
Excellent work attitude, with willingness to take responsibility for project completion and implementing initiative in reaching organizational goals
Ability to work cooperatively with others
Ability to establish and maintain a professional/effective working relationship with all staff, students, parents, city/county officials, and community members
Ability to work under pressure with a multitude of on-going tasks and last-minute deadlines and changes despite frequent interruptions with minimal errors
Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
Ability to answer routine questions
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Nice To Haves

Previous secretarial/clerical experience
Typing certificate at the rate of 35 W.P.M.
Experience/knowledge in Pueblo School District 60
Spanish speaking skills

Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of this assignment.
Assist with clerical functions performed by secretaries
Assist with ill or injured students
Work tactfully with students, parents, and staff
Answer telephones and assist with visitors to the office
Assist secretary with special reports
Operate a variety of office machinery including computers, copy machine, laminator, etc.
Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Building Principal