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, assistant principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher on a daily basis.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Educational Aide I certification from the Texas Education Agency
- Meet the NCLB highly qualified requirements:
Associate’s degree or higher, or
Two years of college, minimum of 48 semester hours, or
Successful completion of local paraprofessional exam and high school diploma or GED
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 (OEP).
- Record student attendance and discipline referrals using personal computer.
- Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.
Other
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Equipment Used:
Copier and personal computer.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting. |