School Attendance & Records Specialist

McAllen Independent School District; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

McAllen Independent School District maintains student attendance records, enters PEIMS information, and assists with student registration on a campus office team. The role supports smooth campus operations through independent work and accurate data handling.

The position requires strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, and effective English/Spanish communication. It entails routine data entry, documentation, and collaboration with parents and staff on daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of computers and related software.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in English and Spanish orally and in writing preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the registration and withdrawal of students.
• Post enrollment, withdrawals and attendance in the computer on a daily basis.
• Verify student attendance and other data with campus/district personnel on a periodic basis.
• Document, reconcile and maintain student data.
• Maintain a written log of student enrollment, withdrawals and absences.
• Maintain records of excuses of student absences.
• Maintain contact with parents, district personnel and outside agencies regarding student data.
• Enter and update PEIMS information (students).
• Generate reports as required or requested by campus, district, state or federal personnel.
• Assist with student records.
• File and store all necessary documents for safekeeping and future use.
• Input and maintain OCR data.
• Code LEP/Bilingual/ESL students.
• Enter and update report card data/progress reports.
• Assist other office staff as appropriate - principal’s secretary, nurse, receptionist; answer phones/administer medication to ill students.
• Enter discipline data into the computer.
• Assist students, teachers and parents as needed.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
• Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Skills

Computers and software

Bilingual English/Spanish

Independent work

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McAllen Independent School District maintains student attendance records, enters PEIMS information, and assists with student registration on a campus office team. The role supports smooth campus operations through independent work and accurate data handling.

The position requires strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, and effective English/Spanish communication. It entails routine data entry, documentation, and collaboration with parents and staff on daily tasks.