Office/Attendance Assistant

Office-Clinic Assistant

This job description is subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the District and does not establish a contract for employment.

Reports to: Building Administrator

Bargaining Unit: Renton Education Support Professionals (RESP) Level: RESP 2

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-exempt Revised Date: 1/27/2022

Primary Purpose The primary purpose of this position is to provide general office assistance and first aid/medical care to students. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate electronic and hard copy records; assisting visitors to the school office; answering telephone; preparing various reports, communicating with students, staff, and parents, and supervising students during non-classroom time.

Minimum Qualifications 1. 18 years of age 2. High school diploma or equivalent 3. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication in the English language, including correct grammar and spelling usage. 4. Background check through Washington State Patrol, as required by RCW 43.43.830. Fees apply.

Requirements within 60 days of Employment 1. Valid and current first aid/CPR/AED card 2. Online workplace training

Essential Functions The list of essential functions in this job description is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as determined by an appropriate administrator and Human Resources.

1. Provide first aid and medical care to ill or injured students; contact parents and arrange for transportation as necessary; supervise student medications as authorized by school nurse. Under the direction of the school nurse: assist with health screenings; maintain medical records; carry out individual emergency care plans; maintain immunization compliance; report communicable diseases to the appropriate authority; report absences due to influenza to King County Health Department.

2. Maintain student attendance records; verify absences through parent phone calls, post absence information into electronic database; prepare letters required by state law regarding student attendance (BECCA Bill).

3. Maintain student records. Request records of newly enrolled students from previous school attended; request special education records as appropriate; maintain required and optional documents in the student files; for withdrawing students, forward records to new school; maintain confidential files and request documents as required; update student database as needed.

4. Provide office coverage as needed. Answer phones; route callers to appropriate staff members; greet and assist office visitors; assist in overseeing behavior of students in the office.

5. Assist Office Manager with clerical tasks in support of the Principal and main office, including but not limited to; typing letters; proofreading, duplicating, and/or distributing materials; receiving, opening and sorting mail.

6. Prepare materials for teachers as requested; prepare bulletin board displays; duplicate and distribute materials.

7. Record and communicate the daily lunch order count to Nutrition Services.

8. Manage student behavior on the playground, in the lunchroom, in the gymnasium, to and from classes, In School Suspension, and in the locker room. May accompany students throughout the school premises.

9. Act as crossing guard and/or bus loader.

10.Assist with student registration process.

11.Receive and receipt payments for various school-related activities.

12.Coordinate use of building facilities.

13.Coordinate state-mandated testing activities.

14.Serve as backup to Office Manager position.

15.Maintain regular attendance.

16.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community members.

17.Comply with all Board policies, rules, procedures and collective bargaining agreements.

18.Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new skills. 2. Demonstrated skills in organization and time management. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of general clerical skills and use of appropriate technology and software. 4. Demonstrated ability to show flexibility and good judgment. 5. Demonstrated knowledge of assigned subject area. 6. Demonstrated ability to interact positively and confidentially with individuals from diverse linguistic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 7. Demonstrated ability to use excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively and collegially with staff, community and students. 8. Demonstrated ability to walk, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift to attend to the physical needs of the students. 9. Demonstrated ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 10.Demonstrated ability to carry up to 30 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds regularly.

Working Conditions The daily work is performed in an office setting and at various locations on the school premises, including the school playground. The job incumbent is frequently required to: visually concentrate on detail; be confined to work station; be exposed to interruptions; be dexterous and/or precise; wear protective gear or clothing; and deal with bodily fluids. The incumbent is sometimes required to: stand for prolonged periods; lift or carry heavy objects or individuals; be exposed to infectious diseases; physically restrain students; be exposed to high noise levels; and deal with distraught, angry or hostile individuals. The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine motor dexterity. Generally, the job requires 70% sitting, 15% walking and 15% standing. The job is performed under a generally hazard free environment and job activities may vary.