ISS (In-School Suspension) Supervisor Mandan Middle School

Mandan Public Schools is currently seeking an In-School Suspension Supervisor at Mandan Middle School for the school year. This is a full-time position that follows the school calendar.Full benefit package includedis available to employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Position Type:Full-Time; 9 month

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Salary:$19.87 - $23.27 per hour

Position Summary:

• Under basic supervision assists Mandan Public School (MPS) students in school classrooms with educational programs and special assignments and provides assistance to teachers as needed to provide a positive learning and socialization environment for the students.

Essential Functions:

• Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Assists MPS students in school classrooms with educational programs special assignments and individual assistance as needed; provides assistance to teachers as requested; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Supervises instructs monitors and communicates with students; conducts exercises to help students achieve learning objectives with individual assistance and small group sessions.
• Assists with supervising students and assists in maintaining good student behavior; guides students to stay on task in work and play activities; alerts teacher to students special behavioral and learning issues.
• Assists students with learning tasks and Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
• Monitors student behavior and documents special issues and problems; assures all required writtenreports are completed and submitted daily; assists with clerical duties and record keeping as needed.
• Communicates with parents students and staff to convey pertinent information while maintainingconfidentiality of personal information.
• Assists with individual and small group interventions to improve student behavior.
• Supports the relationship between the Mandan Public Schools and the general public by demonstratingcourteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients visitors and School staff; maintainsabsolute confidentiality of work-related issues client records and School information; followscompliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
  

Knowledge of:

• MPS policies and procedures.
• Classroom procedures and processes.
• Methods and techniques to assist in instructing reading writing mathematics and functional skills.
• Safety rules and regulations.
• Personal computers and specialized software applications for educational systems.
• Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures.

Skill in:

• Monitoring and improving student behavior and learning skills.
• Assisting children and special needs students and assessing educational needs.
• Student data collection.
• Maintaining composure and working effectively in classroom and school facility environments.
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with students using patience understanding and caring.
• Assisting students to improve behavior and socialization skills.
• Following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Reports To:

• Middle School Principal

License and Certification Requirements:
A valid North Dakota State Drivers License may be required. Additional training and certifications may be requiredfor some incumbents.

Application Procedures
Please attach a resume to your electronic application. All application material must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Application form and resume should demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities that are needed to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.

Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.

A state and federal background check will be conducted on the final candidate.

Required Experience:

Manager