Administrative Assistant - Turner Elem/Middle

Caddo Parish Schools Job Description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Department: Academics
Prepared By: Charles Lowder
Prepared Date: November 2016
Approved By: Dr. Mary Nash Robinson
Approved Date: November 2016

SUMMARY

Reports to the principal; assists in the operation of the school by fulfilling the duties and performing tasks assigned by the principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops performance objectives and prepares a Professional Growth Plan supporting school department and school system goals.

Makes progress toward achieving objectives in the Professional Growth Plan.

Prepares a self-evaluation as described in the Performance Evaluation Plan.

The principal will prepare a list of specific duties and tasks assigned to the administrative assistant. That list will become a part of this job description.

Coordinates activities related to discipline parent/teacher conferences student conferences in-school suspension and after-school detention

Administers student attendance procedures.

Coordinates the schools transportation custodial child nutrition and/or school security operations.

Assists with registration and scheduling of students.

Serves as business manager and/or athletic coordinator.

Administers and/or assists with applying school operating procedures maintaining equipment inventories and obtaining school supplies.

Serves as coordinator or administrator of academic programs such as LEAP SEMS testing and others.

Coordinates inservice activities and teaching resource acquisition.

Assists in counseling students in a specific grade level or other school setting.

Handles communications and contacts with students parents visitors and print and electronic media representatives.

Administers magnet school recruitment admission procedures and registration.

Coordinates campus visits by college students faculty members community partners and others.

Coordinates school-wide activities such as :graduation activities ArtBreak book exchanges and school rallies.

Schedules field trips special events and other school related activities

Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree and at least five years of successful teaching experience; should meet Louisiana requirements for a teaching certificate.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Ability to plan organize and oversee the work of the school staff.

Ability to work tactfully and harmoniously with schools staff parents and/or the public.

Ability to hold records reports and conversations in confidence.

Encourages cooperation between teachers and parents in order to ensure a professional instructional climate for students.

Physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control

Exhibits professionalism in dealing with all members of the staff.

Neat well-groomed appearance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel controls.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty dishonesty engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy unlawful activities or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION

School Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

182 Days Or as assigned