Job Title: ISS Paraprofessional/Coach* Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal Date Revised: January 2026

Dept./School: KHS

Primary Purpose:

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.

*This position may possibly include a coaching position based on experience and need.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment associates degree or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

Valid educational aide III certification**

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to use personal computer

Experience:

Three years experience as classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Work with certified teachers and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment.
2. Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teachers.
3. Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments.
4. Distribute collect and check student assignments for accuracy.
5. Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers.

Student Management

1. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies administrative regulations and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
2. Record student attendance and discipline referrals according to established procedures.
3. Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.

Other

1. Maintain confidentiality.
2. Participate in staff development training programs faculty meetings and special events when required.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
4. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling squatting bending and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15)

Environment: Work inside; may work outside (exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

* Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I

Part A program.

**Note: An Educational Aide III certificate is required for aides assigned to a setting where students grades 912 are assigned for less than six weeks. A valid Texas teaching certificate is required when students grades 912 are assigned more than six weeks. (See State Board for Educator Certification Teacher Assignment Chart page 26).

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority