Office Assistant, Teacher Educ Program - $8.00/hour
Messiah College - Mechanicsburg, PA
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Student Office Assistant for the Teacher Education Program at Messiah University plays a vital role in supporting the Director of Teacher Education, the Field Experience Coordinator, and the Administrative Assistant. This position is designed for students who have completed at least one semester at Messiah University and are looking to gain practical experience in an academic setting. The Office Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are essential to the smooth operation of the office, including administrative support, data management, and event assistance. The role offers a flexible work schedule between 7:30 am and 3:30 pm, with some opportunities for remote work, making it an ideal position for students balancing academic commitments with work responsibilities. In this role, the Office Assistant will engage in various primary duties such as assisting with teacher education tasks, managing social media posts, maintaining files, and organizing field experience materials. The position also involves creating and maintaining bulletin boards and contributing to the monthly E-Digest, which requires creativity and attention to detail. The Office Assistant will be expected to maintain consistent and reliable attendance, ensuring that the office functions effectively and efficiently. This position provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop their organizational and communication skills while contributing to the Teacher Education Program's success.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Teacher Education with administrative tasks.
- Manage social media posts and engagement.
- Maintain files and perform data entry tasks.
- Create and maintain bulletin boards and the monthly E-Digest.
- Organize materials related to field experiences.
- Assist with Teacher Education Program events.
- Ensure consistent and reliable attendance.
Requirements
- Must have completed at least one semester at Messiah University.
- Strong organizational skills are essential.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to learn new computer skills and programs.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all tasks.
- Good editing and proofreading skills are required.
- Creativity in developing materials and presentations.
- Accurate data management and attention to detail are necessary.
- Social media skills for managing online presence.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule between 7:30 am and 3:30 pm.
- Opportunity for remote work.
