Office Clerk

Office Clerk Job Summary

The position of Office Clerk at REACH Academy provides high-level administrative support in a fast-paced school environment. This role serves as the first point of contact for students, staff, parents, and visitors while assisting the principal and other administrators with daily operations, communication, scheduling, and confidential administrative tasks. The position requires excellent organization, discretion, multitasking skills, and a student-centered mindset.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Engage with students, families, and staff while showing the ability to maintain composure and professionalism in high-stress or emotionally charged situations
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, including the ability to convey information clearly while maintaining confidentiality and detailed records.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced school office while maintaining attention to detail.
• Motivated to function as part of the School Operations Team, supporting school leadership and student success. As well as the ability to work independently and follow through with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace (word processing, spreadsheets, email, calendar management) with the ability to create professional documents and reports.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively use school information systems, attendance software and discipline tracking systems.
• Manage electronic files, digital communication, and online reporting systems

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries while following school protocols.
• Communicate school policies, procedures, and decisions clearly and respectfully to parents and guardians
• Maintain student records in compliance with school policies and confidentiality laws
• Prepare correspondence, reports, memos, and other documents
• Maintain Confidential files related to discipline, personnel and school operations.
• Support planning and logistics for meetings, events, and school activities
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and professional front office environment
• Process mail, deliveries, purchase orders, and supply requests
• Track attendance data and prepare required reports for administration
• Utilize school information systems, databases, and office technology to support daily operations
• Serve as a liaison between administration, teachers, support staff, parents, and school personnel
• Assist with emergency procedures and follow school safety protocols
• Assist with the operation of the school uniform store, including selling uniforms, maintaining neat and organized inventory, and reporting low stock levels to administration
• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by School Administration to support school operations

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Demonstrated record of reliable attendance and punctuality, as this position is critical to the smooth and efficient operation of the school
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an administrative clerk, administrative assistant, or in a similar office support role preferred
• Scheduled to work an 8-hour shift between 6:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday; exact hours will be determined.
• Experience in a school or educational environment preferred but not required
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively in a fast-paced setting
• Job may require occasional evening hours

Salary & Benefits:

· $45,000 annually for 12-month position

· REACH is a family like atmosphere - we like to celebrate events together and often surprise our staff with lunches or tokens of our appreciation.

· 12 paid vacation days, 12 paid sick days and 3 paid personal days

· REACH makes a 3% employer 403B retirement contribution

· REACH pays 80% of health, dental and vision coverage. The Employee pays 20%

· REACH offers and pays 100% of Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage

· REACH offer 10% off Fetch Pet Insurance for your beloved Pets

Pay: $21.63 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000