JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: ISS Instructor / Behavior Interventionist & Content Recovery Specialist
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Classified)
Days of Work: 190
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under limited supervision, the ISS Instructor / Behavior Interventionist & Content Recovery Specialist provides instructional and behavioral support to students assigned to In-School Suspension (ISS) or content recovery. The position promotes positive behavior, assists students in meeting academic goals through the Edgenuity learning platform, and provides mentoring to support social-emotional growth and school engagement. The ISS Instructor implements intervention strategies that encourage appropriate behavior, accountability, and academic progress while maintaining a structured, supportive environment. Reports to the Principal or designee.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned.)
Behavior Intervention & Support
o Implements behavior intervention plans and restorative strategies aligned with the school's behavior plans.
o Provides individual and group mentoring to help students build coping skills, conflict-resolution abilities, and decision-making capacity.
o Monitors and documents student behavior, communicating trends to counselors, administrators, and parents.
o Collaborates with school counselors, administrators, and teachers to identify underlying causes of behavior and design proactive supports.
Instructional Support & Content Recovery
o Facilitates instruction and monitors progress for students completing assignments through Edgenuity or other virtual learning platforms.
o Provides academic assistance and ensures students remain on track toward credit recovery and course completion.
o Communicates with classroom teachers to coordinate assignments, grades, and student progress.
o Maintains accurate student records and ensures accountability for coursework and behavior expectations.
Student Mentorship & Engagement
o Serves as a mentor and role model for students requiring additional social emotional support.
o Conducts regular check-ins to encourage goal setting, reflection, and personal growth.
o Helps transition students successfully back into the general education setting following ISS placement or content recovery completion.
Administrative & Safety Responsibilities
o Maintains a structured, safe, and respectful learning environment within the ISS room.
o Monitors attendance, maintains daily logs, and provides reports to administration as required.
o Participates in professional development and contributes to school-wide behavior and intervention initiatives.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Education or related field preferred.
Experience working with high-school-aged students in behavioral or alternative settings strongly preferred.
Knowledge:
Understanding of behavior intervention strategies, classroom management, and restorative practices.
Familiarity with the Edgenuity platform or similar online instructional tools.
Knowledge of adolescent development and social-emotional learning principles.
Skills/Effort:
Strong interpersonal, communication, and de-escalation skills.
Ability to mentor students and build positive relationships.
Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and community partners.
Working Conditions:
School environment with limited exposure to environmental conditions.
Physical demands restricted to general classroom activities.
Occasional lifting of materials up to ten pounds and regular student supervision required.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.