About this role
Position 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 III 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
• 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 according to established procedures.8. Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks. • Maintain confidentiality. • Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required. • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. 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. **Note: An Educational Aide III certificate is required for aides assigned to a setting where students grades 912 are assigned for less than six weeks. A valid Texas teaching certificate is required when students grades 912 are assigned more than six weeks. (See State Board for Educator Certification, Teacher Assignment Chart, page 26).