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In-School Suspension Assistant
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Purpose and Scope

OVERVIEW

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking dynamic educational champions ready to position our district as a national exemplar of education transformation. We need leaders with a fierce commitment to actualizing a bold vision that yields ambitious outcomes for more than 110,000 students and families across the Memphis-Shelby County area. The reality is that we can do better for kids, and we will with the right leaders in place. The most   successful candidates believe that more is possible for Memphis and are:

  • Courageous Thinkers & Doers: Prepared to navigate and thrive in a complex and ambiguous environment on day one, present innovative ideas to address systemwide issues, and execute sustainable plans toward transformation.
  • Solutions-Oriented: See the possibilities, demonstrate the capacity to synthesize information and adjust short and long-term goals, and consistently find a window when doors close to deliver measurable results for kids and families.
  • High-Performing Gamechangers: Leader of leaders with the capacity to mobilize and empower an outstanding team, make people-centered data-informed decisions, and operate with a relentless hyperfocus on removing stubborn barriers that destroy the hopes and dreams of too many of our students.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

 

This position is responsible for the professional instructions designed to provide academic, social, physical, and skills development for students in specific grades/subject areas to prepare them to be successful citizens and workers in the 21st century.

Essential Job Functions

  • Responsible for the coordination of instructional activities with classroom teachers of students referred to in-school suspension.
  • Monitors students regular academic work while in in-school suspension.
  • Works with other team members to implement procedures to assist students in the development of techniques to control and express anger constructively encourage positive student behavior, and promote safety in the school.
  • Must keep accurate documentation and records in regards to student data.
  • Works in coordination with S-Teams.
  • Provides tutorial assistance to students assigned to in-school suspension.
  • Assigns and oversees special assignments related to the students' infractions.
  • Works collaboratively with school and district team members to meet the academic, effective, and behavioral needs of students.
  • Monitors student progress following the student's return to the regular classroom.
  • Contacts parents regarding students' conduct and provides parents with appropriate behavior modification plans.
  • Participates in school and district training.
  • Contacts students assigned to in-school suspension to ensure they are in attendance thus preventing a negative effect on ADA.
  • Has internal contact with educational staff at school locations including classroom teachers, S-teams, counselors and district staff as needed.
  • Has external contact with parents and community agencies as needed.
  • High level of student information confidentiality.
  • Works a regular school year based on immediate needs of the school and student needs.
  • Works student contact days.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or directed.

    • Minimum Qualifications

    Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree, or two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours) from an, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test.  Also requires two (2) years of experience working with urban and/or disadvantaged youth. Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.

     

    Degree Equivalency Formula:

     

    Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

    Master’s Degree= 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s degrees must be included. 

    Other facts

    Tech stack
    Instructional Coordination,Student Monitoring,Behavior Management,Documentation,Collaboration,Tutoring,Communication,Conflict Resolution,Data Management,Teamwork,Parent Engagement,Training Participation,Confidentiality,Adaptability,Problem Solving,Empowerment

    About Memphis Shelby County Schools

    A Major, Urban School District on the
    Cutting Edge of Closing the Achievement Gap

    Our Mission
    Memphis-Shelby County Schools is one of the 25 largest school districts in the nation located in a large city with a hometown feel, Memphis, TN. Here in the Bluff City, we are dedicated to preparing all students for success in learning, leadership, and life.

    • Our promise is that by 2025, 80% of our students will be college & career ready, 90% will graduate high school, and 100% of graduates will enroll in post-secondary education.

    • Our work is deeply rooted in the belief that every child is capable of learning and that education is the great equalizer. With 84% of all students considered economically disadvantaged, Memphis-Shelby County Schools truly is a place where progressive leaders in education can make a difference in the lives of our country’s most underserved children.

    Our Future
    Though our challenges are significant, we are a district on the rise.

    • Memphis-Shelby County Schools has been a level 5 growth district—the highest achievable level in TN--for the past three years.

    • Memphis-Shelby County Schools has seen district-wide math proficiency scores double in the past three years.

    • Memphis-Shelby County Schools I-Zone schools were once performing in the bottom 5% of TN, and are now making significant gains towards the goal of performing amongst the top 25% within five years.

    We are a district committed to progressive strategies and practices that promote student achievement. We do this by ensuring that every classroom has an effective teacher and every school is operated by staff and leaders committed to excellence.

    Team size: 10,001+ employees
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    Industry: Education Administration Programs

    What you'll do

    • The In-School Suspension Assistant is responsible for coordinating instructional activities and monitoring students' academic work during in-school suspension. They work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to support students' behavioral and academic needs.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does a In-School Suspension Assistant do at Memphis Shelby County Schools?

    As a In-School Suspension Assistant at Memphis Shelby County Schools, you will: the In-School Suspension Assistant is responsible for coordinating instructional activities and monitoring students' academic work during in-school suspension. They work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to support students' behavioral and academic needs..

    Why join Memphis Shelby County Schools as a In-School Suspension Assistant?

    Memphis Shelby County Schools is a leading Education Administration Programs company.

    Is the In-School Suspension Assistant position at Memphis Shelby County Schools remote?

    The In-School Suspension Assistant position at Memphis Shelby County Schools is based in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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