ISS Coordinator K8

Job Description

KIPP Jacksonville Schools seeks an In‑School Suspension (ISS) Coordinator at the following campus

• KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy K-8

This role will help ensure the school community is invested in a vision of positive school culture. The ISS Coordinator supervises students in a classroom setting during typical school days to support students completing academic work, reflections, etc. when needed. The ISSC works with students across all grade levels in the school community and works closely with the Behaviour Interventionist, teachers, counsellors, and school administrators to do whatever it takes to ensure all students are able to learn in a safe, positive, and welcoming environment.

• Create a structured environment when students are referred to ISS
• Help support behaviour intervention plans for students, as needed, including documentation, de‑escalating student behaviour, family communication, staff check‑ins, etc.
• Communicate with families about student progress
• Support tracking referral data
• If no students are in ISS, helping out in the school community as dictated by the school administration team

As a part of the school‑based non‑instructional team, this role is responsible for creating a restorative environment for all students, building relationships with our families, collaborating with their team and other duties as assigned. Full responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their School Leader. Typical hours for this role reflect the school’s operating hours. This role is a 10‑month schedule but is paid year round.

• The starting salary for this role is $40,000
• Access to individual health benefits (including medical, dental and vision)***
• Access to individual short‑term and long‑term disability insurance***
• 403b retirement programme with a company match***
• Professional development

• At least one year in an urban education setting as a full‑time professional with evidence of working with students in small groups or whole groups.
• Associate’s degree or at least 60 hours of continuing education documented
• KIPP Jacksonville Schools believes that our staff will represent our core values—high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established staff who embody them.
• Possesses a deep commitment to both racial and educational equity for all children
• Passing a background check, as required by law.

• Previous experience with ISS
• Bachelor’s

In accordance with Florida House Bill 531, this position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the screening process, education, and awareness, please visit the official website at:

Additional Information

If you have questions about this position at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please email Jessica at jreplogle

Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website.

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.