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MLE & Special Education Secretary/Central Office ReceptionistThe MLE & Special Education Secretary/Central Office Receptionist provides a high level of secretarial, administrative, and operational support to the Director of Multilingual Education and Family Engagement and Central Office duties.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent (GED), AA or BA degree preferred;Bilingual Spanish preferred, other languages considered;Ability to navigate through various computer programs while multitasking and responding to Central Office/Reception needs;Works cooperatively and effectively in a team environment;Ability to recognize and resolve discrepancies with minimal assistance;Must possess excellent organizational skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner;Possess knowledge of computers for word processing, data management, information retrieval, telecommunications, and database and spreadsheet programs, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office suite, Google Docs, and ASPEN;Good knowledge of spelling and grammar in the English language;Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment to support daily operations;Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work collaboratively;Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children in order to effectively problem solve;Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders;Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:The MLE & Special Education Secretary/Central Office Receptionist will:Central Office Receptionist Duties:Monitor and screen incoming visitors to determine and direct their appointments;Provide a welcoming environment to all visitors by greeting each visitor;Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and outgoing mail;Answer incoming calls and direct/transfer callers to appropriate personnel;Troubleshoot incoming calls/inquiries to determine appropriate assistance;Special Education & MLE Secretary Duties:Order supplies for the Special Education and MLE Department;Work collaboratively with the Enrollment Department to identify incoming Multilingual students;Collect and manage EDWIN Reports as needed;Monitor New LEP student screening results and update Screener Scores in district databases;Distribute supplies to and maintain communication with ESL Teachers as needed;Communicate with Multilingual families as needed;Work collaboratively with Family and Community Engagement Coordinator;Provide data and information reports to the Director of Multilingual Education;Distribute supplies MLE Department to schoolsOther duties as assigned.Reports to: Director of Multilingual Education and Family Engagement & Director of Special Education/DesigneeEvaluated by: Director of Multilingual Education and Family Engagement & Director of Special Education/DesigneeTerms of Employment/Salary/Work Year: 260 days (12 months)As negotiated by the Fitchburg School Committee and the Fitchburg Education Association (FEA).Competitive and comprehensive health benefits are offered through the City of Fitchburg; offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of NCBC (fingerprinting) and CORI prior to your start of employment.Notice of Non-Discrimination The School Committee's policy of nondiscrimination extends to students, employees, and the general public with whom it does business. Fitchburg Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or equal treatment in its programs and/or activities in compliance with state and federal law. Questions related to this policy must be addressed to: The Office of Human Resources, 376 South Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420,
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fitchburg, MA, 01420, US
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