Volunteer (this is NOT a paid position)

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