ISS Paraprofessional

In-School Suspension Paraprofessional

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Educational Level: Associates degree; completed two (2) years of college coursework (sixty

[60] semester hours) above the remedial level with a grade of “C” or better at a GaPSC-

accepted accredited institution; or passing score on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment

Test

2. Certification/License Required: Must maintain eligibility for Georgia Paraprofessional

Certificate which includes in-service related to position

3. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

4. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Written and oral communication

REPORTS TO: Principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

2. Participates in school functions, field trips and extracurricular activities as indicated.

3. Participates in on-going professional learning training.

4. Assists with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.

5. Shows initiative and assumes responsibility for all aspects of job responsibilities.

6. Performs routine duties and tasks with little or no direct supervision.

7. Provides adequate supervision of students at all times.

8. Provides appropriate instructional assistance and support for students based on lessons

developed and provided by the teacher.

9. Coordinates and communicates with classroom teachers in assisting students in the continuation

of classroom assignments.

10. Interacts with students, individually and/or in groups, to assist them in accepting responsibility

for their behavior and for changing that behavior.

11. Assists with discipline record keeping.

12. Maintains structure and discipline in the ISS room and directs the conduct of students in

accordance with policies and procedure.

13. Demonstrates appropriate communication skills as applicable for the job.

14. Acts in a professional manner and maintains a professional attitude towards the public and

colleagues and exhibits the fundamentals of good public/customer service

15. Complies with school, system, state, and federal regulations and policies, including the PSC

Code of Ethics, as related to job requirements

16. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 180 day position. Salary based on board approved salary schedule.

• EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the principal or designee.

About ESS


As leaders in the education staffing space since 2000, ESS specializes in placing qualified staff in daily, long-term, and permanent K-12 school district positions including substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school support staff. Over the last 23 years, we have innovated education staffing to provide dynamic solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators. Our team serves over 5 million students with a pool of 92,000 substitute and permanent employees throughout 34 states. Internally, the ESS team is comprised of 650 individuals with a passion for education working together to ensure our 900 partner districts experience valuable education every day.


We provide our employees with the ability to work in school districts across the country in addition to benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development.


ESS Diversity Statement


ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to make sure that “Every day counts” for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.


ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.


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