ISS Monitor

Florence School District 1•Florence, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The ISS Monitor position is responsible for ensuring that students that are placed in the In-School Suspension Program work on study habits, classroom behavior skills, and a positive self-image. This position is also responsible for coordinating student receipt and completion/progress of classroom assignments and activities.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise children.
Basic knowledge of childhood growth and development.
Computer proficiency and ability to work effectively in a learning environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner.
Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments
Knowledge of school safety & security procedures.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and decision making skills.
Flexible and can de-escalate potentially controversial situations.
Can work independently and in a team setting.
Attention to detail and organized
Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours.
Requires high school diploma supplemented by one to two years of general clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Must be able to type rapidly and accurately.

Responsibilities

Coordinates, provides, and supervises instructional and behavioral activities for students assigned to ISS (In School Suspension) in-person environment.
Coordinates assignments and activities with classroom teachers of referred students; provides tutorial assistance as needed and monitors student’s class work while in ISS.
Assists students in examining misbehavior and developing strategies to prevent recurrences.
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 in a timely manner.
Assists during standardized testing to support state and local testing processes and policies.
Assists with 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 cafeteria.
Assists students with classroom and cafeteria clean up and wiping down surfaces to uphold sanitation standards as required for a safe school environment.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.