2026 - 2027 In School Suspension (Iss) Monitor - Douglass High School

In School Suspension Monitor

Atlanta Public Schools is looking for a self-motivated In School Suspension (ISS) Monitor to ensure 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. This position reports to the School Principal and will be assigned to be physically present in the school building location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Certification:
  Current GA Paraprofessional Certificate; OR High School Diploma or equivalent GED AND passed GA paraprofessional assessment; OR Associate's degree or completed 2 years of study at an institution of higher education.
• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent GED required. Associates Degree or higher preferred.
• Work Experience:
  
  Work experience gained through education and certification/license requirements. Two (2) years of experience with children preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise children.
• Basic knowledge of childhood growth and development.
• Computer proficiency and ability to work effectively in a learning environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments.
• Knowledge of school safety & security procedures.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and decision making skills.
• Flexible and can de-escalate potentially controversial situations.
• Can work independently and in a team setting.
• Attention to detail and organized.

Essential Duties:

• Coordinates, provides, and supervises instructional and behavioral activities for students assigned to ISS (In School Suspension) in-person environment.
• Coordinates assignments and activities with classroom teachers of referred students; provides tutorial assistance as needed and monitors student's 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.
• Communicates proactively with teachers to inform them of student issues and conversations with parents.
• Responds to emails and phone calls from school leaders and teachers in a timely manner.
• Assists during standardized testing to support state and local testing processes and policies.
• Assists with distribution of food, supplies, materials and equipment, including technology.
• When in a school-based learning environment, monitors students' movement throughout the building to other classrooms, learning areas and cafeteria.
• Assists students with classroom and cafeteria clean up and wiping down surfaces to uphold sanitation standards as required for safe school environment.
• Assists administrators and other staff members in the orderly, expedient and safe transition of students from one location to another.
• Engages in professional learning opportunities in-person.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.

Physical Abilities &

Working Conditions:

• Vision:
  Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
• Hearing:
  Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
• Speech:
  Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.
• Upper Body Mobility:
  Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
• Strength:
  Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 5 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbent may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict.
• Environmental Requirements:
  Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
• Mental Requirements:
  Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information…