Office Paraprofessional - Bilingual (Preferred But Not Required) - Middle School

Vikan Middle School, a 27J School, is seeking a highly motivated middle school Bilingual Office Para. Vikan Middle School is a traditional middle school with a strong emphasis on restorative practices and academic excellence. We are located in the heart of Brighton in Colorado. We are a vibrant community of learners and leaders with a vision of "Empowering our Knights today, to become the learners, leaders and thinkers of tomorrow." For more information about Vikan, please visit us at 879 Jessup Street, Brighton, CO 80601 or visit our website at http://vikan.sd27j.org/ This is a full-time, or 1.0 FTE position.

DESCRIPTION: Assist school secretaries by performing basic office duties such as answering phones, taking messages, greeting visitors, entering data, making calls, sorting mail, making copies, assisting with medical needs of students, etc. Bilingual, English/Spanish, preferred but no required.

SALARY: Classified Grade G, $16.46 - $20.28 per hour to start, depending on recent relevant experience. (Please note that this pay is based on 2023/2024 school year and may change for the 2024/2025 school year.) 10 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday on the 9-month work schedule, paid over 12 months. Position is eligible for benefits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enter attendance data into the computer, run attendance reports, hand out tardy slips, and write student passes.

• Answer office phones, take messages, provide information to callers, and greet visitors.

• Contact absent students and call parents whose children are absent or have excessive absences and truancies.

• Assist the secretary with mail distribution, sorting documents, and newsletters.

• File materials and records.

• Make copies for teachers and the Principal.

• Assist secretary with medical needs of students, including first aid, administering medications, and assisting ill students.

• Assist secretary with other office tasks such as collating papers, work orders, etc.

• Perform special office projects as needed.

• Count and organize papers to be sent home with the students and post papers on bulletin boards.

• Type letters.May also translate letters, memos, and newsletters from English to Spanish. Prepare cum folders, white cards, and health cards for all students for each new school year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Certification in CPR and First Aid required within 3 months of hire.

• Ability to fluently speak, read, write, and translate in Spanish and English required.

• Must have strong communication (verbal and written) communications skills.

• Must have a working knowledge of a variety of technology software programs to assist with school website.

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.

EXPERIENCE: Up to 2 years experience with basic computer skills, office skills and communication skills required.

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