Receptionist/Attendance Clerk 9th Grade Center (2025-2026)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $27,876.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Braswell High School is a reputable educational institution located within the Denton Independent School District, committed to providing a nurturing and efficient learning environment for its student body. As a part of this dynamic school community, the school emphasizes academic excellence, student growth, and the development of a supportive atmosphere where every student can thrive. Braswell High School is known for its dedicated staff, diverse student programs, and strong engagement with parents and the broader community.

The role of Receptionist/Attendance Clerk at the 9th Grade Center for the 2025-2026 school year is a critical clerical or paraprofessional position design... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum two years clerical and data entry experience
  • Preferred bilingual skills
  • Proficient in keyboarding, word processing, and 10-key skills
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Ability to operate multi-line phone system
  • Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least two years of clerical and data entry experience
  • Bilingual preferred
  • Proficient skills in keyboarding, word processing, 10-key, and file maintenance
  • Ability to use personal computer and software for word processing and to develop spreadsheets and databases including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and DISD network
  • Ability to operate multi-line phone system
  • Ability to follow written instructions
  • Ability to meet established deadlines and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with MS Office and Google Suite
  • Ability to exercise good judgment in handling confidential information
  • Excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills

Job Duties

  • Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff
  • Greet and direct campus visitors, maintain visitor log, and issue visitor passes when required
  • 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 and grade reports
  • Assist with preparation of materials for mailing, including preparing labels and stuffing envelopes
  • Maintain computerized files using personal computer, including reports, employee roster, and mailing list
  • Serve as primary staff and student attendance monitor
  • Prepare attendance reports for principal
  • Gather staff absent from duty forms, substitute requests, doctor excuses student absences and early dismissals
  • Assist secretary with paraprofessional timekeeping, in and out punches
  • Collect and enter attendance and PEIMS data into established database and verify accuracy according to established procedures
  • Develop and maintain working relationships with all ten campuses registrars, attendance, and career counseling staff
  • Prepare and print reports, including attendance reports, grades, class or personnel rosters, end-of-semester reports, or accounting reports
  • Maintain physical and computerized records, including student files, attendance documentation, progress and failure reports, class rosters, grade books, and schedule changes if applicable
  • Maintain student records, attendance and grades for Out of District students and send information to corresponding schools
  • Process student tardy and dress code issues during student arrival times
  • Process OOD new student records, including requesting transcripts and records from other schools, setting up cumulative folder, and entering student data into appropriate databases
  • Call parents to verify student absences as needed
  • Assist parents, students, and faculty with questions regarding student attendance and ATC credit recovery
  • Report all attendance problems to designated campuses attendance, counselor, and administration
  • Maintain records and coordinate services for free/reduce breakfast and lunch students that stay on campus all day
  • Prepare and distribute student identification cards and issue parking stickers
  • Assist campus administration with the preparation of reports and student data information
  • Answer incoming calls to campus, forward to appropriate staff, answer questions, and re-direct calls to appropriate people
  • Serve as point of contact for all emergency related issues on campus
  • Provide direct care utilizing school health protocols and care plans established by the off-campus school nurse (RN)
  • Assist in campus office as needed
  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
  • Participate in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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