ASSISTANT-DISCIPLINE (2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR)

Harmony Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Public Schools is looking for a secretary to provide essential support to the Dean of Students. Key responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing correspondence, and supervising suspended students.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate effective communication skills. The position involves collaboration with parents and stakeholders to maintain a positive school environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support Dean of Students in student discipline.
• Prepare correspondence including letters and reports.
• Maintain calendar and schedule appointments.
• Handle related calls and record messages.
• Maintain office filing systems.
• Assist with data input.
• Communicate with parents and stakeholders.
• Supervise in-school suspension room when needed.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal relationship building

Proficient in computer software

Public speaking

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of child behavior

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.