ISS Paraprofessional

Primary Purpose

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.

Education / Certification

• High School Diploma or GED
• 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 / Other Requirements

• Three years of experience as a classroom aide OR 30 semester hours of college credit with an emphasis on child growth and development

Major 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 using personal computer
• Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks

Other

• Maintain confidentiality
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned
• Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance and learning the records retention schedule for department records
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.