Clerk - Receptionist

Waxahachie Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Waxahachie ISD Challenge Academy in Waxahachie, Texas seeks a Receptionist – Campus to provide front desk support, answer calls on a multi-line phone system, greet visitors and assist with student check-in/out.

Under direct supervision, you will perform clerical tasks, maintain confidentiality, and support the campus office so that daily operations run smoothly. The position is full-time with a paraprofessional pay schedule and non-exempt status.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• One year of clerical experience in an office setting is preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Proficient keyboarding and data-entry skills.
• Ability to operate a multi-line phone system and manage high volume calls.
• Demonstrates respect and confidentiality when interacting with staff, students, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Reception and phones: answer, direct calls, take messages, route to staff.
• Greet and direct campus visitors.
• Assist parents with student check-in/check-out.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and documents.
• Assist with receipt and distribution of student materials.
• Maintain visitor log and issue passes.

Skills

Confidentiality handling

Keyboarding skills

Organization & interpersonal skills

Follow written instructions

Multi-line phone system operation

Professional conduct

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Clerk - Receptionist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5966927

Application Deadline: Dec 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description: RECEPTIONIST – Campus/Director

Job Title:

Receptionist – Campus

Duty Days:

207

Reports to:

Principal/Director

Pay Grade:

1

Dept/School:

Assigned Campus

Pay Schedule:

Paraprofessional Pay Schedule

Wage/Hour:

Non-Exempt

Date Revised:

2025

Primary Purpose

Under direct supervision provide reception and clerical assistance for the efficient operation of the campus office.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High School diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrate proficiency in handling matters of highly confidential nature
• Proficient keyboarding skills
• Effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written instructions
• Ability to operate multi-line phone system
• Demonstrate proficiency in handling matters of highly confidential nature
• Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others

Experience

• One year clerical experience in office setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Reception and Phones
• Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff
• Greet and direct campus visitors
• Assist parents in checking students in and out of school
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail, messages, documents, and other deliveries
• Assist with the receipt and distribution of student materials, including homework requests
• Maintain visitor log and issue visitor passes

Professional Conduct

• Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures
• Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations
• Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly
• Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel

Other

• Assist with preparation of materials for mailing, including preparing labels, stuffing envelopes, etc.
• Maintain computerized files using personal computer, including reports, employee roster, and mailing lists
• Assist with the scheduling of teacher conferences
• Provide clerical assistance as needed
• Maintain confidentiality
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

• Tools/Equipment Used:Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals, copier printer and fax machine
• Posture:Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion:Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting:Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Mental Demands:Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.56 to $18.20 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Receptionist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lee Coleman , Principal
• *Challenge Academy
• Email: [e-mail]

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