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JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: ISS Instructor / Behavior Interventionist & Content Recovery Specialist FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Classified) Days of Work: 190 GENERAL SUMMARY Under limited supervision, the ISS Instructor / Behavior Interventionist & Content Recovery Specialist provides instructional and behavioral support to students assigned to In-School Suspension (ISS) or content recovery. The position promotes positive behavior, assists students in meeting academic goals through the Edgenuity learning platform, and provides mentoring to support social-emotional growth and school engagement. The ISS Instructor implements intervention strategies that encourage appropriate behavior, accountability, and academic progress while maintaining a structured, supportive environment. Reports to the Principal or designee. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned.) • Behavior Intervention & Support o Implements behavior intervention plans and restorative strategies aligned with the school's behavior plans. o Provides individual and group mentoring to help students build coping skills, conflict-resolution abilities, and decision-making capacity. o Monitors and documents student behavior, communicating trends to counselors, administrators, and parents. o Collaborates with school counselors, administrators, and teachers to identify underlying causes of behavior and design proactive supports. • Instructional Support & Content Recovery o Facilitates instruction and monitors progress for students completing assignments through Edgenuity or other virtual learning platforms. o Provides academic assistance and ensures students remain on track toward credit recovery and course completion. o Communicates with classroom teachers to coordinate assignments, grades, and student progress. o Maintains accurate student records and ensures accountability for coursework and behavior expectations. • Student Mentorship & Engagement o Serves as a mentor and role model for students requiring additional social emotional support. o Conducts regular check-ins to encourage goal setting, reflection, and personal growth. o Helps transition students successfully back into the general education setting following ISS placement or content recovery completion. • Administrative & Safety Responsibilities o Maintains a structured, safe, and respectful learning environment within the ISS room. o Monitors attendance, maintains daily logs, and provides reports to administration as required. o Participates in professional development and contributes to school-wide behavior and intervention initiatives. JOB SPECIFICATIONS Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Education or related field preferred. • Experience working with high-school-aged students in behavioral or alternative settings strongly preferred. Knowledge: • Understanding of behavior intervention strategies, classroom management, and restorative practices. • Familiarity with the Edgenuity platform or similar online instructional tools. • Knowledge of adolescent development and social-emotional learning principles. Skills/Effort: • Strong interpersonal, communication, and de-escalation skills. • Ability to mentor students and build positive relationships. • Excellent organizational and documentation skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and community partners. Working Conditions: • School environment with limited exposure to environmental conditions. • Physical demands restricted to general classroom activities. • Occasional lifting of materials up to ten pounds and regular student supervision required. DISCLAIMER STATEMENT This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.