Job Description

Job Title: Volunteer

Reports to: Supervisor/Assitant Superintendent

Wage: NONE

Dept./School: Assigned Campuses

Date Revised: 04/18/2023

Primary Purpose:

Provide assistance in classroom, office, and/or school facilities under the direct supervision of a certified teacher or employee of HISD. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing activities.
Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

At least 16 years of age.

Have met formal academic assessment, NCCER and/or OSHA preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children and adults.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Experience:

Some experience working with children is preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Support

1. Provide assistance to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and objective work assignments.
4. Help maintain a neat and orderly workplace.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to the HISD employee assigned.

Management

1. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
2. Make the supervisor aware of the special needs or problems of individual students and adults.

Other

1. Participate in training programs to improve job performance.
2. Participate in meetings and special events as assigned.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
4. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to the sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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