Attendance Clerk - Elementary
Company: Arlington Independent School District
Location: Arlington
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description ROLE AND PURPOSE: The primary
purpose of this position is to maintain data for student
enrollment, scheduling, attendance, and any other duties which
affect accountability, student services, and district funding.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: High School Diploma/GED
from an accredited institution, required. Experience: 2 years of
data entry experience (preferred). General Clerical Experience.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Bilingual Preferred. Ability to maintain
confidential, accurate and auditable records. Ability to use
computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do
word processing. Proficient typing, keyboarding, and file
maintenance skills. Ability to multitask, work well in a fast-paced
environment, and meet established deadlines. Strong organizational,
communication, and interpersonal skills. Detail Oriented. MAJOR
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: I. ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT: Monitors
daily absences and makes contact with parents for absences. Reports
and tracks excessive absences in collaboration with truancy
officer. Creates and maintains master schedule. Generates campus
reports for accuracy of PEIMS data. Conducts student scheduling,
oversees registration process, fulfills T-Rex requests, and
maintains up to date records and storage of student records. II.
OTHER DUTIES: Serve as the primary receptionist for students,
teachers, parents and visitors. Safeguard digital and paper copies
of student records and maintain confidentiality. Writes passes and
records student late arrivals, early departures, and movements
during the school day. Answers the telephone, directs calls to the
proper person and/or takes messages. Maintains student attendance
records and monitors absences. Serves as campus level PEIMS clerk.
Registration, Enrollment and Withdraw of students. Creates,
maintains and updates student cumulative record. Assists with data
entry, filing, and maintenance of machines. Assists in the campus
clinic, supporting basic student needs and maintaining a safe
environment. III. PROFESSIONALISM AND VISITOR INTERACTION Maintain
a professional, courteous, and welcoming environment for all
students, staff, families, and visitors. Serve as the first point
of contact for the campus, providing respectful communication, a
helpful attitude, and professional appearance at all times. Ensure
the front office is organized, clean, and inviting to reflect a
safe and student-centered school culture. IV. WORKING CONDITIONS
MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including
computers and peripherals; standard instructional 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 sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather);
exposure to noise Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions;
maintain emotional control under stress.
Keywords: Arlington Independent School District, Annandale , Attendance Clerk - Elementary, Administration, Clerical , Arlington, Virginia
