Administrative Assistant

ST. LANDRY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD Job Description TITLE: Administrative Assistant QUALIFICATIONS: Holds a valid Louisiana teaching certificate. Master's Degree Meets Louisiana certification requirements for Principal or Educational Leader as outlined in Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) Bulletin 746 - Louisiana Standards for Certification of School Personnel. Five years of successful teaching experience. REPORTS TO: Principal SUPERVISES: Staff as designated by Principal JOB GOAL: To assist the Principal in working with teachers, parents, and students in resolving student attendance, behavioral, and disciplinary problems. Additional duties shall include assisting the principal with : facility management, instructional supervision and testing administration, school improvement activity, transportation, family and community engagement, supervision and coordination of co-curricular and extra-curricular activity, student and staff information systems, 504/special education compliance, student behavior modification, and professional development activity. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Supports the school Principal in working to ensure the success of every student by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by all stakeholders. 2. Supports the school Principal in working to ensure the success of every student by advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth. 3. Supports the school Principal in working to ensure the success of every student by establishing and implementing measures to effectively manage, operate, and utilize resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment. 4. Supports the school Principal in working to ensure the success of every student by collaborating with faculty and community members, responding to diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources. 5. Conducts teacher observations in accordance with procedures set forth by the Louisiana State Department of Education and the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) Bulletin 130 and St. Landry Parish School Board Personnel Evaluation Plan procedures. 6. Observes faculty and staff and provides feedback in efforts to maximize the employees' potential in servicing students, parents, and the larger community. 7. Coordinates, leads, and engages in professional development activity focused on school improvement and student/staff safety. 8. Maintains communication with school administrators, bringing forth recommendations and solutions to address staff and student needs. 9. Supports teachers and staff by observing work and providing constructive feedback and direction as necessary. 10. Represents the school at district and/or state meetings or professional engagement activities and redelivers information as necessary. 11. Completes tasks, reports, and data entry accurately and timely in accordance with expectations. 12. Supports the school Principal in working to ensure that school facilities are inviting, well maintained, and safe/secure. 13. Actively participates in and/or leads school building level committees engaging students, staff, and/or parents. 14. Assists teachers, parents, and students in resolving non-academic student issues and/or behavioral issues. 15. Maintains student disciplinary records and reports on such in accordance with laws, regulations, and district policy. 16. Performs other duties as directed by the school Principal or designee. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 192 Days SALARY: Index of 1.11 on the Teacher Salary Schedule ACCOUNTABILITY: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on Evaluation of Personnel. The St. Landry Parish School Board has reviewed and approved this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors or Superintendent as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the St. Landry Parish School Board reserves the right to change this position description. I certify that I have reviewed and understand each requirement and that I am capable of meeting each and every requirement. Evaluatee ___________________________ Date _____________ (Signature)