Instructional Support - Hs Ta-Iss

Midland Independent School District • Midland, TX

18h • Onsite

About The Position

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 and immediate direction of a certified teacher on a daily basis.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 30 semester hours of college coursework from a regionally accredited college or university OR meets NCLB requirements for Highly Qualified Paraprofessionals.
• Possess, or be willing to apply for, a TEA Educational Aide Certificate (personal expense) Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification. The applicant for the educational aide certificate shall 1. hold a high school diploma, the equivalent of a high school diploma, or higher; 2. have satisfied one of the following requirements: a. have three creditable years of experience, as defined in Chapter 153, Subchapter CC, of this title (relating to Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service), as either an educational aide I or II; or b. have completed 30 semester credit hours of college credit with some emphasis on child growth and development or related subject areas; 3.and have experience working with students and parents as approved by the employing superintendent.
• Possess or apply for SBEC paraprofessional certificate (personal expense)
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to use computer

Responsibilities

• Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured 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.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Record student attendance and discipline referrals using computer.
• Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training program, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or DAEP Teacher.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED