Temporary Aide - (2026-2027 School Year) Co-op Student

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position 

Qualification Profile:

• HS Diploma or GED required

FLSA Status\: Non-exempt

Job Title\:  Temporary Aide – (2026-2027 School Year) Co-op Student

Positions will not exceed 29.5 hours/ week, and are paid $15.00/ hour

Position Function: A Temporary Aide (Co-op) functions as a communications intern for the school year. This position holds no benefits, such as health insurance, temporary leave, etc.  

This position would be responsible for creating informational and promotional content for USD 259 initiatives.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

Additional Duties\:  Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.
 
Equipment\:  This position requires the use of basic equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259’s guidelines for equipment use.
  
Physical and Mental Demands:

• Be able to work in various weather conditions
• Be able to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead
• Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of physical activity
• Be able to see and hear well
• Additional demands upon request of Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of video editing or design software preferred
• Knowledge of communication and/or public relations, from planning to strategy to execution of tactics
• Knowledge of social media platforms
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.
• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.