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Denton Independent School District

In-School Suspension Aide

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$32,319 / year median in Texas

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

In-School Suspension Aide Denton Independent School District - 3.9 Lantana, TX Job Details Full-time $16.60 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Computer operation Confidential information handling Working with students Desktop applications Computer skills Full Job Description Reports to:
Campus Principal Wage/Hour Status:
Nonexempt Compensation Plan:
Clerical/Paraprofessional Pay Grade:
02
Minimum Hourly Rate:
$16.60
Duty Days:
187 days per year
Primary Purpose:
Supervises students assigned to In-School Suspension (ISS) for disciplinary reasons. Maintains a highly structured and orderly environment. Works under the general supervision of the campus principal and immediate direction and general supervision of a certified teacher daily.
Qualifications:
Education High school diploma or equivalent and ability to pass a rigorous content-oriented exam or Associate degree or 48 semester hours of college credit Certification Current Texas educational aide certificate or ability to obtain Experience Experience as a classroom aide with emphasis on child growth and development Special Knowledge and Skills Ability to work well with children Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to use personal computer Ability to exercise good judgment in handling confidential information
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support Works with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment. Works with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher. Consults classroom teachers regarding student assignments. Distributes, collects, and checks student assignments for accuracy. Maintains individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers. Student Management Manages student behavior and administers discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP). Records student attendance and discipline referrals using personal computer. Supervises students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.
Other Related Duties:
Follows district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Participates in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools and 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 pounds)
Environment:
Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; may require occasional district-wide and statewide travel
Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress 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.