Support Specialist (195 days) - School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies)

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District in Texas is seeking a Support Specialist (Paraprofessional/Clerical) to perform receptionist and campus clerical duties. The role supports the building’s administrative offices and reports to the principal.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong MS Word and organizational skills, and the ability to interact with the public. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred and prior office experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written) preferred.
• Experience in office settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries from patrons and staff.
• Serve as receptionist and direct calls and visitors.
• Assist with reports, records and correspondence.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Word

File maintenance

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PC usage

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Title: Support Specialist

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Reports To: Building Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Days: 195

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 202

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose

Responsible for performing receptionist and clerical duties as related to the campus administrative offices.

Qualifications/Skills

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Broad knowledge of MS Word.
• File maintenance skills
• Effective organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use personal computer and software.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written) preferred.

Experience

• Previous office experience preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Communication/Reception and Phones

• Respond to inquiries from patrons and staff.
• Serve as receptionist.
• Direct calls and visitors.
• Refer crisis calls to proper personnel.

Clerical Support

• Assist in preparation for various reports, records and correspondence.
• Assist with various office duties; filing, copying materials and typing.

Other

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

Equipment 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.