In-School Suspension Assistant

Job Title: In-School Suspension Assistant


Status: Nonexempt/At-Will
Reports to: Principal


Pay Grade: D3
Dept./School: Assigned Campus


Calendar Days: 187

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.

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 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

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support
1. Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment.
2. Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
3. Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments.
4. Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.
5. Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers.

Student Management
6. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Record student attendance and discipline referrals according to established procedures.
8. Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.

Other
9. Maintain confidentiality.
10. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.
11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.


12. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the campus principal or designee.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/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)

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.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Harlandale Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or on any other basis prohibited by law.

An Equal Opportunity Employer