Pool - Substitute School Clerk (SY 26-27)

Substitute School Clerks

Providence Public School District (PPSD) is seeking friendly, organized, and customer-focused individuals to join our team as Substitute School Clerks.

Our Substitute School Clerks play an essential role in keeping our schools running smoothly by supporting students, families, school leaders, and staff. Whether you're returning to the workforce, looking for flexible weekday hours, or seeking meaningful work in your community, this is an opportunity to make a difference every day.

PPSD proudly serves approximately 22,000 students across 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Our students and families speak 55 different languages and represent 91 countries of origin, making our schools vibrant, diverse, and welcoming communities.

As a Substitute School Clerk, you'll be one of the first people students, families, and visitors meet when they enter a school. Your professionalism, organization, and commitment to customer service help create a positive experience while ensuring the daily operations of the school office continue without interruption.

This is a per diem position that provides administrative and clerical support to the department or school of which they have been assigned. Contingent upon funding.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Diploma required
• Experience in an office or school setting preferred

Pay Qualifications

Retiree Clerks: $25/hr.

Clerks: $16/hr.

Qualifications

All candidates that have been selected for interview will be required to take a Basic Office Skills Test. A minimum passing score of 70 is required to be hired. The test is not timed and a calculator will be available for use. The test covers the following:

• Spelling
• Grammar
• Numeric and Alpha filing
• Word Problems
• Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division of fractions
• Decimals
• Basic Math Skills

Description of Duties & Responsibilities

• Greet all visitors in a positive manner, assist in the purpose of the visit
• Telephone receive and route calls appropriately
• Maintain appointment calendar on Outlook
• Daily attendance, registers, late slips, etc.
• Maintain up-to-date filing system
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Open mail and distribute accordingly
• Type and design general correspondences, memos, letters, charts, tables, graphs, etc.
• Assist in all aspects of the departmental operation whenever necessary
• Working knowledge of all office equipment

EEO Statement

Providence Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is actively seeking to increase minority recruitment among its administrators and teaching staff. PSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status. All programs are open to all individuals, regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work

Providence Public School District participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all participating employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Please review the following posters for more information:

• Notice of E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)
• IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)