Support Specialist (223 days) - School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies)

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District is seeking a Support Specialist (Paraprofessional/Clerical) to serve in the building principal's office. The role involves receptionist duties, clerical tasks, and coordinating communication between teachers, students, parents, and district staff.

You will handle calls, schedule meetings, maintain records, and operate office equipment. A high school diploma is required, with prior office experience preferred, and English/Spanish bilingual abilities are a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous office experience preferred.
• bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Strong time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interact with teachers, students, parents, school and district personnel.
• Assist in scheduling appointments, meetings and conferences.
• Answer telephone, record, direct and deliver messages.
• Perform word processing, data entry, and basic records management.
• Participate in cross-training and other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Word

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Office Suite

Time management

Effective communication

Customer service

Good judgement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Copier/Fax

Database experience

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Title

Support Specialist

Reports To

Building Principal

Classification

Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status

Non-exempt

Days

223

Salary

See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 204

Primary Purpose

Responsible for performing receptionist and clerical duties as related to the office of the building principal.

Education and Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• 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.

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.

Application Procedure

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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. 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.