Iss Teaching Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The ISS Monitor position is responsible for ensuring that students that are placed in the In-School Suspension Program work on study habits, classroom behavior skills, and a positive self-image. This position is also responsible for coordinating student receipt and completion/progress of classroom assignments and activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Coordinates, provides, and supervises instructional and behavioral activities for students assigned to ISS.
   
  
• Coordinates assignments and activities with classroom teachers of referred students; provides tutorial assistance as needed and monitors students class work while in ISS.
   
  
• Assists students in examining misbehavior and developing strategies to prevent reoccurrences.
   
  
• Works with other school personnel to assist students in the development of techniques to control and express anger constructively, encourage positive student behavior, and promote safety in the school.
   
  
• Assigns and oversees additional assignments related to student infractions.
   
  
• Contacts parents regarding student conduct and behavior modification plans.
   
  
• Performs routine administrative office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes and emails, entering and retrieving data.
   
  
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate supervisor.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED Required. Associates Degree or higher preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

Paraprofessional Certification Required: Para-assessment Test OR Minimum 60 semester/90quarter/1000 clock hours of college coursework OR Associates Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE:

None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: 

Ability to communicate in writing and verbally; proficient with Microsoft Office; strong interpersonal skills and makes good decisions; is flexible and can de-escalate potentially controversial situations; can work independently and in a team setting; attention to detail and organized.

COMPENSATION:
Salary Grade: 114

Salary: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools

Work Days: 202