Primary Purpose

Provide initial contact with public concerning questions, problems, or general information and direct individuals to the proper authority for further handling. Maintain accurate student attendance records and report Average Daily Attendance. Assist Administrators by providing accurate information for students who are assigned to the alternative education program (AEP) for disciplinary reasons.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure

• High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient computer, typing, and spreadsheet skills
• Strong organizational and file management skills
• Positive interactive skills   
• Ability to maintain confidentiality             

Experience

• Clerical experience, preferably in a public education environment

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Exercise good telephone etiquette, take reliable messages, and route calls to appropriate staff
2. Check students in and out
3. Keep accurate attendance records and maintain accurate excuse notes in all student folders
4. Assist with registration and withdrawal of students.
5. Assist in preparation of routine records.
6. Perform office routines and practices associated with a productive office (e.g. correspondence, answering telephone, scheduling, mail distribution, etc.)
7. Be accountable for accuracy of all required new student orientation and campus forms.
8. Be responsible for PEIMS data accuracy and verifying attendance reports every six weeks.
9. Assist principal, students, teachers, and parents as needed.
10. Assist Administrators by providing updated data base information daily.
11. Implement individualized provision of positive and negative reinforcement for student behaviors.
12. Deal professionally with highly confidential student and staff information.
13. Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
14. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
15. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
16. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
17. Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
18. Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
19. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
20. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
21. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
22. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
23. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
24. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
25. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Effective verbal and written communication; concentration while performing duties; ability to maintain emotional control under stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Moderate walking, standing, bending, lifting; prolonged sitting and use of computer; repetitive hand motions

Terms: 197 days

Hours: 7.5

Pay Grade: Paraprofessional 3