ISS (In-School Suspension) Facilitator Elementary

Classification: Classified • Terms of Employment: Classified Compensation Work Calendar, Board-Approved Benefit Plan • Reports to: Principal or Administrative Designee

About the role

Supervise and monitor students assigned to the In-School Suspension Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for students assigned to the In-School Suspension classroom.
• Perform discipline data entry and take daily attendance.
• Act as liaison for teachers, staff, and administration.
• Review in-school suspension policies, procedures, and student expectations with students daily.
• Work with students and other staff members during student reflection periods on behavior management and prevention of undesirable behaviors that resulted in ISS assignment.
• Monitor all ISS assignments; provide encouragement, feedback, and instructional assistance as appropriate.
• Ensure students are escorted to restroom facilities.
• Communicate with teachers regarding student work.
• Facilitate and arrange delivery of student lunches when necessary.
• Assist students in reflecting on behavioral choices and developing positive replacement behaviors.
• Support students in practicing schoolwide behavior expectations and social-emotional skills.
• Maintain a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Reinforce PBIS expectations and restorative practices.
• Communicate positively with students to build relationships and encourage successful reintegration into the classroom.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skill.
• Must meet Arizona Department of Health Services safety and health requirements, including proof of immunity from Measles and Rubella.
• Valid IVP Fingerprint card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Arizona Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 60 days of employment.

Skills

• Knowledge of school and classroom rules, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to interpret and establish appropriate rules, methods, and techniques in maintaining a disciplined academic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and patience.
• Experience working with students and knowledge of conflict resolution techniques.

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation:
  • Critical sensory requirements: general vision corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected), and speak clearly.
  • Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.