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Alternative to Suspension Monitor

Douglas Unified School District

Douglas High School - Douglas, Arizona This job is also posted in Douglas Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID:

5911855

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Supervises, tutors and monitors students placed in an alternative assignment in lieu of suspension.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures that all students assigned to the in-house suspension program are present and working on assignments throughout the day

Under the direction of the administration, performs such instructional duties as:

• Correct homework and assignments; Assist in drill work
• Assist in checking pupil's class work; Give individual help
• Provides continuity of instruction in all subject areas so that the student returning to the mainstream will not be at an academic disadvantage
• Gather and arrange displays for teaching purposes
• Prepare special learning materials to meet individual learning differences
• Assist students to utilize technology to enhance learning
• Prepare instructional material cutouts, flash cards, transparencies, etc.; Help with cultural lessons
• Model good manners and set a good example for the children
• Monitors students at all times and maintain student isolation from students in mainstream during the assigned day
• Sets up and operates audio-visual equipment

Performs such housekeeping duties as assigned by teacher which may include: helping to keep room in order, proper cleaning and storing of teaching materials, checking classroom lighting and ventilation, putting up and taking down bulletin boards, instructional charts and children's work and running school related errands

Brings to administrators' attention any problems relating to children, their instruction, protection and well-being

Collects assignments for the students and ensures that they are delivered to the classroom teacher

May escort students to and from various rooms

Attends in-service workshops, training programs, and other meetings as directed by the principal or other designated appointee

Maintains confidentiality so that he/she does not advise or discuss the classroom work or the status of a child with anyone without prior consent or knowledge of the teacher

Conducts self at all times in an ethical manner

Requisitions supplies and materials for Special Education teachers, psychologists

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must possess above average computational skills, reading ability and comprehension

Ability to operate standard classroom equipment

Ability to operate a personal computer, learn and utilize appropriate software programs

Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals and accounting reports

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations

Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members

Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies

Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Sub-Certification required yearly

AA Degree, 60 credit hours for an accredited college or university or Para Professional Certificate

Prior experience working with students in a school security setting preferred

Training in appropriate child-restraint techniques, CPR and first aid beneficial

Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements

Computer Proficiency:

Word standard, Excel standard and Outlook standard

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls, use a keyboard or keypad. The employee occasionally is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, and is occasionally required stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee is frequently required to work indoors and will also work frequently outdoors and may be exposed to extreme heat or cold temperatures, wind, rain, dust or other adverse weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Contact with employees, students and public.

Disclaimer:

The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$16.37 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required