General Aide -Receptionist (26-27 SY) - Lamar MS

Qualifications

• Minimum Education/Certification: Educational Aide I Paraprofessional Certificate, High School Diploma or GED; at least 60 college semester hours are preferred.
• Experience: One-year clerical experience or equivalent experience preferred; experience working with children/students and parents.

Skills

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to use/learn basic computer applications
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Effective written and oral communication
• Organization and interpersonal skills
• Proficient skills in basic math
• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform receptionist/clerical duties in the office or designated location as a signed
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Assist in the maintenance of administrative records and preparation of reports as required
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of records, materials, and equipment as assigned
• Assist in preparing materials/displays for instructional or campus operations
• Answers incoming calls politely, takes reliable messages, and routes to appropriate staff
• Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence
• Receive and process books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices
• Shelve books, materials, and equipment. Help inventory physical and online resources. Distribute and dispatch materials from/to the library and other sources including but not limited to other district libraries, public libraries, Region X Educational Center
• Instructional Strategies: Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises and activities
• Keep teachers and Administrators informed of any special needs, problems, and progress of individual students
• Teach the lesson outline and described in the teacher's lesson plans, substitute teacher guide, and as otherwise prepared
• Consult as appropriate with the principal, or does it for me before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the instructional plans provided
• Classroom And Campus Management And Organization:
  • Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
  • Oversee the behavior of students throughout the school day, both inside and outside of the classroom
  • Supervise various areas of the campus both inside and outside the building, including but not limited to the library, cafeteria, classrooms, and gym
  • Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
  • Works cooperatively with others.
  • Exhibits good public relations skills. Interacts with staff, students, parents, and the community in a way that has a positive impact on students and the Irving ISD community
• Professional Growth And Development:
  • Is punctual to scheduled meetings, appointments and classrooms.
  • Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meeting, and special events as required
• Policy Implementation:
  • Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject
  • In which good teaching practices dictate.
  • Adheres to all Board policies, Professional Code of Ethics, and Campus and District administrative procedures.
  • Is present and on time to work daily and adheres to all time clock and attendance procedures and policies.