Special Education Secretary

Special Education Secretary

Fairbanks North Star Borough School District Barnette Magnet School, 1000 Barnette St, Fairbanks, AK $20.13 - $22.51 hourly

Job Summary: Performs a variety of general office tasks associated with special education clerical functions within a school or the special education department, maintaining a high level of confidentiality with all student information.

Work Hours: 7.5 hours Work Year: 10 month Bargaining unit: Education Support Staff Association (ESSA)

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Strong oral and written English communication skills.
3. Must be competent in the use of computer word processing software and have experience using email calendar applications.
4. Strong knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment, as well as general knowledge of English, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and basic math.
5. Must have ability to interact with others in a courteous and tactful manner, to meet deadlines, to flexibly reprioritize work as needed, and to maintain confidentiality of records and oral information.

This position offers an excellent benefit package, including:

• Accrued sick and personal leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and audio
• Retirement (PERS)

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About The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District (FNSBSD) is the third largest school district in Alaska, with 28 schools educating over 11,800 students. The school district employs over 1,500 full-time equivalent employees, including members of three unions.

Committed to academic excellence, FNSBSD provides a wide range of educational programs, extracurricular activities, and support services to meet the unique needs of each student. Our dedicated team of highly qualified teachers and staff is committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages personal growth and success.

Equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future endeavors is a key priority for us. We understand that the world is rapidly changing, and the skills required for success are evolving accordingly. Therefore, we adapt our curriculum and teaching methodologies to ensure students are equipped with the tools they need to excel when they leave our district. From innovative technology integration to project-based learning initiatives, we strive to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for the challenges and opportunities they will encounter.

We firmly believe that families should have a voice and an active role in shaping their child's educational journey. We are committed to providing our families with options. Options for the education style their child will thrive in. Options at the school in which their child attends. Options with the programs in which their child engages. We value communication, collaboration, and partnerships between families and our district. By working together, we can create an environment where students thrive and achieve their full potential.