| A | B |
| teacher | responsible for direct instruction of subject matter to the student |
| instructional assistant | helps students directly as requested by a teacher and/or helps with "paperwork" |
| speech-language pathologist | works for improvement of speaking, and listening skills |
| school psychologist | promotes mental health through individual and/or group counseling |
| media specialist | responsible for circulation of printed material, audio/visual equipment, and computer |
| health assistant | on-site person responsible for health-related concerns |
| guidance counselor | helps students with academic and career planning |
| principal | responsible for supervision of all aspects of the school |
| assistant principal | works in a supervisory position in support of the principal |
| secretary | handles a variety of clerical tasks |
| work-study coordinator | helps students gain work experience by arranging and supervising job placements |
| registrar | responsible for students' permanent records |
| custodian | responsible for maintaining the school building |
| cafeteria manager | responsible for the ordering and preparation of food |
| data entry clerk | responsible for entering school statistic into the computer, and bookkeeping |
| special education teacher | modifies curriculum for students having special needs |