In-School Suspension Assistant

Public School of North Carolina•Charlotte, NC

32d•Onsite

About The Position

The in-school suspension assistant, under general supervision, creates a flexible instructional program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Employee performs entry level work and cooperates with classroom teachers in assigning work and ensuring its completion. This position motivates and counsels students to develop attitudes and knowledge needed to ensure that effective learning occurs.

Requirements

Knowledgeable of federal, state, and local regulatory policies relating to education
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
Ability to multi-task and complete tasks by order of importance
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities while providing excellent customer service
Ability to be maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
Ability to problem solve and use a variety of approaches to find solutions
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
Associate's degree or two years of higher education equivalent to 48 credit hours or ability to pass a formal assessment (Workkey and 96 hours of in-service training) or completion of the NC DOL Apprenticeship Program or completion of the NC ATA Professional Development Plan required
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree with a concentration in Education preferred
Two plus years working with elementary age children preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Communicate effectively with administration, counselors and other personnel about academic and behavioral needs of students
Work with classroom teachers in the assignment and completion of coursework
Disperse assignments to and collect assignments from in-school suspension students
Offer strategies to help students act appropriately in social settings
Manage daily record of students assigned to in-school suspension and silent lunch
Supervise students in and outside the classroom
Keep room orderly and quiet at all times
Notify principal of any problems as they arise
Assist students with any problem in completion of assignments
Attend and participate in staff development and training sessions
Perform related duties as assigned