Purpose: Provides supervision and support for students assigned to in-school suspension, ensuring a structured, safe, and orderly environment that promotes accountability, academic progress, and positive behavioral change.
Responsible to: Principal, Assistant Principal, or designated building administrator
Classification of Employment: Non-Exempt
Date: May 2026
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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Experience working with adolescents in an educational or structured setting preferred.
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Demonstrate aptitude or competence for executing the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in accordance with district expectations.
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Demonstrate effective communication, organization, and behavior management skills.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Supervise students assigned to in-school suspension in a structured and orderly environment.
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Communicate and enforce ISS rules, expectations, and procedures.
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Monitor student behavior and ensure students remain on task with assigned work.
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Assist students with academic assignments and coordinate with teachers to obtain coursework.
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Maintain accurate records of student attendance, behavior, and academic progress.
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Implement behavior intervention strategies and support student reflection and accountability.
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Assist in de-escalating student conflicts and support students in returning to class ready to learn.
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Maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, and parents/guardians.
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Communicate effectively with staff regarding student progress and concerns.
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Follow all district policies, procedures, and regulations, including student confidentiality (FERPA).
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Utilize basic computer systems and student information systems for recordkeeping and communication.
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Perform general clerical duties related to ISS program operations.
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Requires the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
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Requires the ability to supervise students in a classroom setting with frequent interruptions.
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Must be able to respond to and manage disruptive or escalated student behavior.
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Requires the ability to stoop, bend, and reach as needed.
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Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment with students exhibiting behavioral challenges.
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Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.
General Responsibilities:
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Maintain a safe, orderly, and productive ISS environment.
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Ensure students complete assigned academic work during ISS placement.
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Document and report student behavior and concerns to administration.
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Support building-wide supervision needs as assigned (e.g., transitions, lunch, dismissal).
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Communicate with parents/guardians as directed by administration.
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Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and safety expectations.
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Participate in staff meetings and professional development as required.
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Other duties assigned by the building administrator, which are consistent with the general requirements of the position.
