Administrative Assistant - School Counseling

Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School is a state-wide, public (tuition-free) K-12 online charter school with a substantial number of students. Our teachers are part of an educational team whose innovative approach to education is providing a dynamic learning experience for students across the state of Pennsylvania through cyber education. All teachers report to work throughout our various locations in Pennsylvania.

Job Purpose

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This position provides administrative and clerical support for the School Counseling Department under the direct supervision of the Supervisor of School Counseling.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, attendance, and flexibility while working cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers, and students.
• Maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, and the public.
• Take calls and direct to School Counseling office personnel.
• Assist in planning department sponsored events i.e. Unity Day, National School Counseling Week.
• Perform all general and varied clerical duties for counselors and 504 Coordinator, including data entry.
• Prepare purchase orders and assist with budget planning and oversight.
• Help track missing and incomplete grades.
• Process education and graduation verification requests.
• Maintain School Counseling Website updates, including college, scholarship and career information.
• Perform other duties as assigned necessary to support the essential functions of the department.
  
  

Education, Certification (if Applicable), Experience, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• High School Diploma, required, Associate’s Degree, preferred
• Some office/clerical experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures
• Able to work independently and effectively with other team members.
• Good team player and very reliable in working without close supervision
• Proficient Technology Skills: Microsoft Office, Email, Google Drive, Web-based Data Programs
• Experience with Canvas and educational technology resources, a plus
  
  

Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands

• Physical: Normal vision, speech, hearing, walking, sitting, standing, lifting, stooping, bending, grasping, keyboarding, and filing ability
• Mental: Positive Attitude, analyzing, problem solving, decision making, and writing.
• Environmental: Online, office, blended school environment
• Travel - as required for positional and/or organizational needs, but minimal for this position
• Hybrid Work Eligibility - Yes - as determined by departmental parameters
  
  

All PA Leadership Charter School applicants and employees will need to provide Pennsylvania Clearances: Act 34, 114, and 151 upon employment, as well as every five years from the date the previous clearance was obtained.

To Apply

Please apply at the link provided. Please note that we will only contact you in the event that we wish to schedule an interview. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

PA Leadership Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.