Administrative Assistant - The Anderson School

A vacancy exists for an Administrative Assistantposition to work within the Office of Student Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit! The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing secretarial and clerical support to the Program Administrator - Student Services (Emotional Support) to ensure the efficient operation of The Anderson School and promote a positive public image.
Qualifications:

• No post-secondary degree required; Associates/BS Degree in general field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in administrative support
• 1-3 years of experience in any specialized area required as part of the job functions
• Expertise (includes one or more of the following):
  • Professional approach to their work that includes very strong customer service skills.

  • Strong Technology skills, including extensive use of Microsoft applications as well as MCIU software.

  • Specialized skills in area to be able to work autonomously as proven through work experience.
• Customer service with staff, students and families
• Familiarity and ability to use various technology and database systems
• Ability to multi-tasking with attention to detail
• Necessary to be flexible and adaptable to various interruptions
• Problem-solving ability and experience de-escalating contentious situations with students and families
• Three (3) years' experience in similar occupation preferred.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and disseminate correspondence, teacher conference evaluations and reports for Principal.
• Run reports in student information system for Principal; create mail merges and entry/analysis in budget software.
• Ensure an adequate inventory and distribution of school supplies.
• Maintain and update files, including confidential personnel files.
• Coordinate and organize various student functions including but not limited to 9th grade orientation, academic award programs and graduation.
• Process building maintenance, custodial and repair work orders.
• Assist teachers with projects as necessary.
• Organize daily schedule, set appointments, and maintain calendar for Principal.
• Greet and screen visitors to the High School and handle communications with parents and interested parties.
• Issue working papers to all High School students living with the Upper Merion boundaries.
• Responsible for all aspects of petty cash including bookkeeping.
• Ensure student obligations, costs for book retrieval and other requirements are met at the end of the school year.
• Collect fees related to the school laptop program and work with the business office and technology department to maintain a proper accounting of monies collected.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Location:
The Anderson School (930 Jefferson Ave. Eagleville, PA 19403)
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7 hours/day, 12 months (260 - 262 days/year)
Pay Rate:
$27.41/hour - $32.25/hour
About Us:
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students. The Anderson School provides a small, nurturing learning environment which meets the academic, behavioral, and therapeutic needs of students in grades 7 through 12. Working with parents and districts, the staff helps students meet their goals, whether to return to the home school or graduate from Anderson. The Anderson School empowers students to know they MATTER to the world and are ABLE to succeed in life through academic achievement, positive relationships, self-regulation, and self-advocacy. To learn more: https://andersoneducation.org/
Why Should You Apply?
The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

How to Apply:
Applications can be submitted online at www.mciu.org/jobs (Job ID: 1294). Please contact the Human Resources Office at jobs@mciu.org or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Key Words:
Special Education
Administration
School District
Montgomery County

A vacancy exists for an Administrative Assistantposition to work within the Office of Student Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit! The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing secretarial and clerical support to the Program Administrator - Student Services (Emotional Support) to ensure the efficient operation of The Anderson School and promote a positive public image.
Qualifications:

• No post-secondary degree required; Associates/BS Degree in general field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in administrative support
• 1-3 years of experience in any specialized area required as part of the job functions
• Expertise (includes one or more of the following):
  • Professional approach to their work that includes very strong customer service skills.

  • Strong Technology skills, including extensive use of Microsoft applications as well as MCIU software.

  • Specialized skills in area to be able to work autonomously as proven through work experience.
• Customer service with staff, students and families
• Familiarity and ability to use various technology and database systems
• Ability to multi-tasking with attention to detail
• Necessary to be flexible and adaptable to various interruptions
• Problem-solving ability and experience de-escalating contentious situations with students and families
• Three (3) years' experience in similar occupation preferred.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and disseminate correspondence, teacher conference evaluations and reports for Principal.
• Run reports in student information system for Principal; create mail merges and entry/analysis in budget software.
• Ensure an adequate inventory and distribution of school supplies.
• Maintain and update files, including confidential personnel files.
• Coordinate and organize various student functions including but not limited to 9th grade orientation, academic award programs and graduation.
• Process building maintenance, custodial and repair work orders.
• Assist teachers with projects as necessary.
• Organize daily schedule, set appointments, and maintain calendar for Principal.
• Greet and screen visitors to the High School and handle communications with parents and interested parties.
• Issue working papers to all High School students living with the Upper Merion boundaries.
• Responsible for all aspects of petty cash including bookkeeping.
• Ensure student obligations, costs for book retrieval and other requirements are met at the end of the school year.
• Collect fees related to the school laptop program and work with the business office and technology department to maintain a proper accounting of monies collected.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Location:
The Anderson School (930 Jefferson Ave. Eagleville, PA 19403)
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7 hours/day, 12 months (260 - 262 days/year)
Pay Rate:
$27.41/hour - $32.25/hour
About Us:
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students. The Anderson School provides a small, nurturing learning environment which meets the academic, behavioral, and therapeutic needs of students in grades 7 through 12. Working with parents and districts, the staff helps students meet their goals, whether to return to the home school or graduate from Anderson. The Anderson School empowers students to know they MATTER to the world and are ABLE to succeed in life through academic achievement, positive relationships, self-regulation, and self-advocacy. To learn more: https://andersoneducation.org/
Why Should You Apply?
The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

How to Apply:
Applications can be submitted online at www.mciu.org/jobs (Job ID: 1294). Please contact the Human Resources Office at jobs@mciu.org or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Key Words:
Special Education
Administration
School District
Montgomery County