DISCIPLINE ASSISTANT

Campus: Harmony School of Excellence - Houston (K-8)

JOB GOAL : Under direct supervision, performs standard secretarial duties.

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of HPS discipline procedures
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides support to Dean of Students/Assistant Principal in student discipline.
• Prepares all correspondence including letters, memorandums, agendas, reports, minutes, and other documents.
• Maintains calendar and schedules appointments as needed.
• Make and answers related calls, records messages, and re-directs inquiries to the appropriate individual.
• Maintains office filing system.
• Copies, faxes, and files correspondence as requested.
• Assists with related data input.
• Communicates with parents and key stakeholders as directed by the Dean of Students/Assistant Principal. Takes and transcribes dictation.
• Supervises the in school suspension room when students assigned.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
• Ability to use effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of child and adolescent behavior issues and psychology
• Ability to identify problems and proactively find solutions

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.
• Moderate travel is required.

COMPENSATION: Pay varies by location, experience, and certification status. See our Salary Schedules for details.