Instructional Assistant - Alternative to Suspension/Expulsion Program - Decatur Middle School

MSD of Decatur Township

Indianapolis, IN

Description

TITLE: Instructional Assistant - Alternative to Suspension/Expulsion Program

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and/or SLC Director

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Classified

LOCATION: Decatur Middle School

Job Description:

Decatur Middle School is seeking a highly motivated Alternative to Suspension/Expulsion Program instructional assistant who will support and implement a school-based intervention and instruction program designed for middle school students (Grades 7-8) who face expulsion but qualify for alternative placement under Indiana Code IC 20-33-8-25 . This role focuses on ensuring educational continuity, behavior intervention, and support for student reintegration.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Associate's degree or 48 college credit hours (preferred)
Experience working with youth in school, youth development, or behavioral settings
Ability to build positive relationships with at-risk students
Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills
Understanding or training in trauma-informed care, PBIS, or restorative discipline (preferred)
Strong behavior management and communication skills
Proficiency in classroom technologies and educational software.
Familiarity with online learning platforms such as Apex, Canvas, Exact Path, and Courseware
Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
Ability to engage students in learning, fostering academic and personal growth.
Demonstrates commitment to the academic and emotional well-being of all students.

Educational Responsibilities:

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction and student learning.
Supports implementation of lesson plans and instructional materials for the subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Supports ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Supports a structured, alternative academic program aligned with Indiana Academic Standards.
Supports direct instruction of in-person and virtual learning for students.
Implement behavioral and restorative strategies to promote student accountability and success.
Monitor and report student progress academically, behaviorally, and socially to the program teacher.
Implements and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive for every task or responsibility.

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