School Directed Study Aide

Supervisory Aide - In School Directed Study (Available January 2026)

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Supervisory Aide
• Date Posted: 12/30/2025

Position Title: Supervisory Aide - In School Directed Study

Department: Support Personnel

Reports to: Principal

FLSA Class: Non-Exempt

Days: 176 day student calendar during the  school year (Anticipated 7.25 hours / 7:25 am - 3:10 pm)

Rate of Pay: $ (Based on experience) and board paid IMRF

Under the direct supervision of the building Principal, this position will supervise students assigned to the In School Directed Study room and, when available, assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere throughout the building and in other designated locations by helping and supervising students at non‑instructional times.

• Ensure students assigned to In School Directed Study are completing class assignments as instructed by teacher(s).
• Ensure students follow the behavior expectations for school activities.
• Assist in supervising students before and after non‑instructional times.
• Report to principals as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, or other issues involving students.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.

Successful prior experience working in a supervisory position in a school district or with children is preferred.

Certification/License:
Paraprofessional or Substitute License is preferred.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive relationship with students.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the individual to work in a standard school environment and in outdoor weather. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling;

some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires reasonable duration of sitting, walking, and standing. The job is performed under a generally hazard free environment.