About this role
Employee Group: TCCAPSA Classification: VI Status: School Year - 189 work days + 9 paid holidays Location: West Middle School TC CAPSA Master Agreement TC CAPSA Benefits Summary Retirement Benefits General Summary: The Administrative Assistant to the Middle School Principal works under the supervision of the building Principal. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Types correspondence and reports for Assistant Principal and Counselor.
• Greets and assists visitors, staff, and students; answers phones and makes appointments. Performs duties involving effective communications within the building and community.
• Maintains and updates student CA-60 (photos/report cards/filing) and office files.
• Completion of enrollment (locker assignments, books, bus pass and CA-60 requests).
• Dispenses medications and first aid to students.
• Responsible for pupil accounting including daily attendance and record keeping.
• Coordinates with agencies regarding truancy and probation.
• Works with Truancy Department regarding truant neighborhood students.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Operates and maintains standard office equipment.
• Completes accident reports for student injuries.
• Supervises students sent to office.
• Administers and records first aid to injured and ill students.
• Supports and assists teachers and guest teachers with day to day activities.
• Assists with lockdown and other emergency situations.
• Schedules conference room for meetings/general use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• College degree and/or previous relevant work experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of computers and technology.
• Ability to type a minimum of 40 wpm accurately.
• Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on details and time management.
• Excellent public relations skills.
• Ability to deal with injuries.
• Knowledge of math and accounting principles.
• Analytical ability necessary to gather and interpret data.
• Demonstrates proficiency in spelling, grammar, and information technologies.
• Dependable, reliable, and protective of sensitive/confidential information.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred:
• CPR and first aid preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying. Must have the ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work-related tasks with and without students.
• The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
• Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
• Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
Environmental Conditions: Incumbents work in indoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures, including work on slippery and/or uneven surfaces. Work environment includes working around students, school equipment, and office equipment. Work Schedules: Must be available to report throughout the calendar year on a consistent basis. Background Checks: The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.