In-School Suspension (ISS) Supervisor
Job Location:
Topeka, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
21 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
18 October 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Purpose: Provides supervision and support for students assigned to in-school suspension ensuring a structured safe and orderly environment that promotes accountability academic progress and positive behavioral change.
Responsible to: Principal Assistant Principal or designated building administrator
Classification of Employment: Non-Exempt
Date: May 2026
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience working with adolescents in an educational or structured setting preferred.
- Demonstrate aptitude or competence for executing the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in accordance with district expectations.
- Demonstrate effective communication organization and behavior management skills.
Essential Functions:
- Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Supervise students assigned to in-school suspension in a structured and orderly environment.
- Communicate and enforce ISS rules expectations and procedures.
- Monitor student behavior and ensure students remain on task with assigned work.
- Assist students with academic assignments and coordinate with teachers to obtain coursework.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance behavior and academic progress.
- Implement behavior intervention strategies and support student reflection and accountability.
- Assist in de-escalating student conflicts and support students in returning to class ready to learn.
- Maintain positive working relationships with students staff and parents/guardians.
- Communicate effectively with staff regarding student progress and concerns.
- Follow all district policies procedures and regulations including student confidentiality (FERPA).
- Utilize basic computer systems and student information systems for recordkeeping and communication.
- Perform general clerical duties related to ISS program operations.
2. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
- Requires the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
- Requires the ability to supervise students in a classroom setting with frequent interruptions.
- Must be able to respond to and manage disruptive or escalated student behavior.
- Requires the ability to stoop bend and reach as needed.
- Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment with students exhibiting behavioral challenges.
- Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.
General Responsibilities:
- Maintain a safe orderly and productive ISS environment.
- Ensure students complete assigned academic work during ISS placement.
- Document and report student behavior and concerns to administration.
- Support building-wide supervision needs as assigned (e.g. transitions lunch dismissal).
- Communicate with parents/guardians as directed by administration.
- Adhere to all district policies procedures and safety expectations.
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development as required.
- Other duties assigned by the building administrator which are consistent with the general requirements of the position.
Required Experience:
Manager