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
- Provide assistance to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
- Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
- Assist with administration and objective work assignments.
- Help maintain a neat and orderly workplace.
- Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Help keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
- Provide orientation and assistance to the HISD employee assigned.
Management
- Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
- Make the supervisor aware of the special needs or problems of individual students and adults.
Other
- Participate in training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in meetings and special events as assigned.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- 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 |