Clerk, Attendance - ES (2026-2027 School Year)

NORTHGATE CROSSING ES; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

NORTHGATE CROSSING ES in Spring, Texas is seeking an Attendance Clerk for the 2026-2027 school year to manage and monitor student attendance records and ensure compliance with state and district laws.

The role reports to the Campus Principal, is nonexempt under Para 4 pay grade, and requires a High School Diploma with Excel proficiency and strong data-entry skills. Starting date is immediate; position is full-time and open until filled.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Strong data entry and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of attendance records.
• Prepare and maintain student attendance records per laws and policies.
• Post daily absentee codes and run attendance reports.
• Communicate attendance information to staff, parents, and administrators.
• Assist with attendance training for staff and stay updated on policy changes.
• Verify attendance data and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Data entry skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Clerk, Attendance - ES (2026-2027 School Year)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5947711
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Days per Year: 203

Min: $26,390

Mid: $31,035

JOB TITLE:Attendance Clerk – Elementary

REPORTS TO:Campus Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:Nonexempt

PAY GRADE:Para 4

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Attendance Clerk will prepare, monitor and maintain accurate records regarding student attendance, ensuring compliance with state and district laws and policies.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support and demonstrate our core values, communicate in a clear and respectful manner and seek to continuously improve self-performance and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School Diploma from an accredited institution.

Preferred:

• An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university
• At least three years of secondary school setting experience

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Effective communication, interpersonal and data entry skills
• Strong organizational and presentation skills
• Proficiency in use of computer software with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel
• Effective file maintenance skills
• Knowledge of Student Attendance Accounting Handbook

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Provide an organized working environment so that data is secure and not for public viewing.
• Prepare and maintain records required by federal, state and local laws/regulations.
• Create an effective filing system with labels for each student folder.
• Maintain proper student attendance records for easy future retrieval.
• Post daily absentee codes on appropriate records to be reviewed by an administrator.
• Run daily reports regarding the posting of attendance by staff
• Prepare attendance documents (correspondence, forms, reports, etc.) to communicate information to school and district personnel, parents, students and community.
• Disseminate information acquired from parents to the appropriate campus personnel.
• Receive calls and written communication from parents on student absences.
• Assist with providing basic training to staff on attendance protocols and attendance-taking procedures.
• Remain updated on local, state and federal policies regarding attendance.
• Remain updated on student state and federal accountability standards.
• Assist with implementing Student Attendance Accounting Handbook requirements.
• Verify campus information regarding attendance, suspensions and enrollment status, especially students who are “non-attending” prior to the administrator final approval.
• Attend training sessions that are provided by campus and district personnel.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WORKING/SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing this job require the following:

Job may require prolonged periods of time sitting, moderate standing, stooping, bending, reaching and repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer. Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. May require some lifting of no more than 10 pounds.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• - Spring ISD Careers
• 16717 Ella Blvd
• Houston, Texas 77090-4213
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]