Bilingual School Office & Reception Specialist

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District is seeking a Support Specialist to perform receptionist and clerical duties in the building principal's office. The position is non-exempt and follows the district’s compensation plan.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, fluency in English and Spanish preferred, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and parents. Prior office experience is preferred, and duties include scheduling, data entry, and phone operations.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English and Spanish preferred.
• Proficient with MS Word and Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Communication/Reception and Phones: Interact with teachers, students, parents and staff; schedule appointments; answer phones and direct messages.
• Clerical Support: Perform word processing, data entry, records maintenance; assist with class scheduling.
• Other: Cross-training and any duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Word

Microsoft Office

Time management

Reception/clerical duties

Communication skills

Teamwork

Judgment/decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Word processing

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Support Specialist

Qualifications/Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
  

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Support Specialist

Job Title:Support SpecialistReports To:Building PrincipalClassification:Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)Wage/Hour Status:Non-exemptDays:207Salary:See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 202Contract:NoneDate Revised:11/15/2023Primary Purpose:Responsible for performing receptionist and clerical duties as related to the office of the building principal.Qualifications/Skills:

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
  

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Minimum Assessment Standard: Broad knowledge of MS Word.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written) preferred.
• Technology skills in all Microsoft office programs.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to operate various office equipment (copier/fax machine).
• Effective communication skills with staff, students and parents.
• Ability to work with people effectively.
• Human relation skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgement in performing responsibilities.
  
  

Experience

• Previous office experience preferred.
  
  

Major Duties and

Responsibilities

Communication/Reception and Phones:

• Interact with and provide assistance to teachers, students, parents, school and district personnel.
• Assist in scheduling appointments, meetings and conferences.
• Answer telephone, record, direct and deliver messages.
  
  

Clerical Support

• Perform necessary computer skills as needed by principal (i.e. word processing, database, graphics, spreadsheets and data entry).
• Assist with class scheduling.
• Prepare and maintain records, if necessary.
  
  

Other

• Participate in cross-training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory

Responsibilities:NoneEquipment Used:Computer and various office equipment.Working Conditions:

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.
• Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Moving small stacks of textbooks, boxes, equipment and other campus equipment.
  
  

Application Procedure:Click Apply then Login. To complete your application, please visit our website at https://www.springbranchisd.com and click Join Our Team and Apply Now.Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.