Responsible for entering absences into the computer and activities that will create an absence during the school day. Scan attendance sheets, generates attendance report for appropriate administrators and teachers.
Responsible for the computer back-up system. Handles telephone calls regarding attendance and absences and makes decisions on what needs to be done with the information. Takes messages for staff and students.
Responsible for informing the counseling and nurses offices and other staff when a student will be absent for a period of time. Consults with counselors, social workers, and special program teachers when a student is having attendance or disciplinary problems. Receives pre-excused and un-excused notes for absences.
Responsible for contacting parents when students are absent to verify student appointments and if notes are legitimate. Verifies student absences for parents, administrators and contracting parents.
Does word processing and distribution of memos and other communications for the assistant principals and administrative assistants, makes appointments, answers and directs phone calls to appropriate personnel. Maintains the student handbook each year.
Is responsible for the design and revisions, final print, sending to printer, and ordering copies. Maintains and distributes exception to attendance forms.
Receives and supervises students sent to the office for disciplinary problems. Handles suspension forms, truancy petitions, expulsion documents, and correspondence regarding Saturday School.
Manages confidential information on students. Supervises the changes throughout the school year and sends notification to Registration and Records. Responsible for proofreading the student directory each fall and distributing copies to staff.
Qualifications:
Strong human relations skills in dealing with students, parents, teachers, administrators, co-workers and the public.
Computer skills, experience and proficiency with the following programs: Microsoft Word, Excel and Access; experience with Skyward preferred.
Strong telephone skills.
Must have ability to handle frequent interruptions and refocus easily.
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and work independently in a team setting.
Must have completed or be willing to enroll in and complete the Medication Administration Training Course.
Required Dispositions:
In addition, the specific skills/educational qualifications for this include:
Believes that all students can attain high levels of learning.
Takes responsibility for the learning of our students and his/her own performance.
Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all students.
Applies the principles of Efficacy, SDIS, and Language through the use of quality tools and processes.
Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.
Won’t shy away from today’s educational challenges.
Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
Has a proven track record of success.
Works with great integrity
Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.
District Information:
Rochester Public Schools has the seventh largest enrollment in Minnesota with 17,100 K-12 students with a District goal to diversify its workforce. The student population mirrors the growing diversity of the community with a minority student population of 34.50 percent. Rochester, Minnesota is a city of 106,700+ and twice voted “The Best Place to Live in America” by Money magazine. Rochester is home to the Mayo Clinic and IBM. Our city draws residents and visitors from around the world. Competitive salary and benefits provided.
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Application Procedure:
Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply on-line at
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