In‐School Suspension Aide

About the role

Supervise students assigned to in-school suspension (ISS) for disciplinary reasons. Maintain a highly structured and orderly environment. Work under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification:
  • High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
  • Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning
  • Valid educational aide III certification
• Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Ability to work well with children
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to use personal computer
• Experience:
  • Three years experience as classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development

Responsibilities and duties

• Instructional Support
  • Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment
  • Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher
  • Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments
  • Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy
  • Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers
• Student Management
  • Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP)
  • Record student attendance and discipline referrals according to established procedures
  • Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks
• Other
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required
  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Mental, physical demands and 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 lbs)
• Environment: Work inside; may work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.