Paraprofessional/Secretary Montessori Department

Paraprofessional/Secretary•Montessori Department Red Mesa Unified District Red Mesa Elementary•Teec Nos Pos, Arizona This job is also posted in Red Mesa Unified School District Job Details

Job ID:

5785691

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

TITLE:

Paraprofessional/Secretary•Montessori Department

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

Eleven (11) Months

SALARY CLASSIFICATION

Classified Salary General responsibilities: The Paraprofessional/Secretary for the RCEEP Montessori Department provides essential administrative, instructional, and student support services. This role supports visitors, families, staff, and students; manages daily office operations; and assists the RCEEP Lead Teacher. The position requires strong independent judgment, initiative, and the ability to balance clerical responsibilities with hands-on classroom support. Duties include behavior support, instructional assistance, recordkeeping, and preparation of classroom materials. Essential job functions: Processes student registration, enrollment, and withdrawal; Answers phones, schedules appointments, and greets/assists visitors; Monitors building entry, verifies visitor access, and manages sign-in/out procedures; Maintains attendance records, runs reports, contacts families of unreported absences, and coordinates staff-parent meetings; Monitors and reconciles staff absence management reports; assists staff with entering/deleting absences; assigns account numbers for employment-related absences; Manages school financial accounts, inputs budgets, tracks expenditures, and oversees purchasing; Prepares mailings, reports, correspondence, and directory information; Maintains the school's parent communication platforms (newsletters, bulletins, announcements); Administers basic first aid and performs lice checks as needed; Assists students with minor medical or hygiene needs; completes accident reports; Supports school nurses with maintaining medical and immunization records; Contacts parents of non-compliant students and submits required reports to the health department; Maintains records of student health office visits; Participates in crisis management and problem-solving to address urgent concerns; Assists the Lead Teacher with lesson preparation, materials setup, and classroom organization; Reinforces lessons through one-on-one or small-group review; Supports behavior management and models appropriate classroom conduct; Supervises students during lunch, recess, transitions, and field trips; Provides additional instructional support to students needing help with specific concepts.

Ancillary Job Functions:

Supervises students as assigned by the Principal and assists with behavioral interventions. Assists substitute teachers and manages their check-in/out process. Attends required meetings and trainings. Performs other related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

Understanding of or interest in Montessori Philosophy Associate's degree or two years of experience in relevant areas, preferred Early Childhood experience (Montessori Method) CPR and First Aid certified Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Proficiency with office equipment and computer systems. Ability to type 50 wpm and use word processing/spreadsheet software. Strong organizational and office management skills. Excellent public relations and communication abilities. Knowledge of business English, spelling, and composition. Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to serve as a positive role model demonstrating responsible, respectful behavior.

Work Environment:

General office/school environment Moderate noise levels May be exposed to potentially hazardous bodily fluids Physical requirements: Frequent talking and listening. Ability to remain stationary for extended periods. Occasional reaching, grasping, and lifting up to 10 pounds. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It's not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employees performing the job. I __________________________________ have received, read and understood my position description. Print Name Furthermore, I will comply with all reasonable direction from my supervisor and will abide by all provisions of my position description including the loyalty oath. ____________________________ Signature Date

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Associate degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required