In School Suspension (ISS) Coordinator

KIPP Memphis•Memphis, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The ISS Monitor (Reset Room Assistant) ensures students work on study habits, classroom behavior skills, and positive self-images. This role reports to the School Principal and is a member of the Behavior Team. They play a part in ensuring behavior is appropriately managed during the school day to maximize student learning. This position is also responsible for coordinating student receipt and completion/progress of classroom assignments and activities.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree, OR two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours), OR a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test, and a high school diploma is required
Satisfactory criminal records check, pre-hire and annually thereafter, if applicable.
Must be eligible to work in the United States and provide work authorization.
Ability to develop and maintain a positive learning environment in which positive, appropriate behaviors are maximized, and discipline problems are minimized
Must have motivational skills to inspire students and serve as a role model
Requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Must be able to multitask and de-escalate conflict situations
Must have strong interpersonal skills
Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions and handle details
Strong interest in working with high-risk youth in the development of self-control and skills for responding adaptively to conflict

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a comparable role
Experience working with K-12 students in youth development preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates, provides, and supervises instructional and behavioral activities for students assigned to ISS (In-School Suspension) in an in-person environment.
Responsible for supporting the Restorative Practices at the school.
Coordinates assignments and activities with classroom teachers of referred students; provides tutorial assistance as needed and monitors students’ class work while in ISS.
Assists students in examining misbehavior and developing strategies to prevent reoccurrences.
Works with other school personnel to assist students in the development of techniques to control and express anger constructively, encourage positive student behavior, and promote safety in the school.
Assigns and oversees additional assignments related to student infractions.
Contacts parents regarding student conduct and behavior modification plans.
Communicates proactively with teachers to inform them of student issues and conversations with parents.
Responds to emails and phone calls from school leaders and teachers promptly.
Assists during standardized testing to support state and local testing processes and policies.
Assists with the distribution of food, supplies, materials, and equipment, including technology.
When in a school-based learning environment, monitors students’ movement throughout the building to other classrooms, learning areas, and the cafeteria.
Assists administrators and other staff members in the orderly, expedient, and safe transition of students from one location to another.
Engages in professional learning opportunities in-person.
Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours.
Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.