In-School Suspension (ISS) Supervisor

Purpose: Provides supervision and support for students assigned to in-school suspension, ensuring a structured, safe, and orderly environment that promotes accountability, academic progress, and positive behavioral change.

Responsible to: Principal, Assistant Principal, or designated building administrator

Classification of Employment: Non-Exempt

Date: May 2026

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience working with adolescents in an educational or structured setting preferred.

• Demonstrate aptitude or competence for executing the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in accordance with district expectations.

• Demonstrate effective communication, organization, and behavior management skills.

Essential Functions:

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Supervise students assigned to in-school suspension in a structured and orderly environment.

• Communicate and enforce ISS rules, expectations, and procedures.

• Monitor student behavior and ensure students remain on task with assigned work.

• Assist students with academic assignments and coordinate with teachers to obtain coursework.

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, behavior, and academic progress.

• Implement behavior intervention strategies and support student reflection and accountability.

• Assist in de-escalating student conflicts and support students in returning to class ready to learn.

• Maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, and parents/guardians.

• Communicate effectively with staff regarding student progress and concerns.

• Follow all district policies, procedures, and regulations, including student confidentiality (FERPA).

• Utilize basic computer systems and student information systems for recordkeeping and communication.

• Perform general clerical duties related to ISS program operations.

2. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

• Requires the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.

• Requires the ability to supervise students in a classroom setting with frequent interruptions.

• Must be able to respond to and manage disruptive or escalated student behavior.

• Requires the ability to stoop, bend, and reach as needed.

• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment with students exhibiting behavioral challenges.

• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe, orderly, and productive ISS environment.

• Ensure students complete assigned academic work during ISS placement.

• Document and report student behavior and concerns to administration.

• Support building-wide supervision needs as assigned (e.g., transitions, lunch, dismissal).

• Communicate with parents/guardians as directed by administration.

• Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and safety expectations.

• Participate in staff meetings and professional development as required.

• Other duties assigned by the building administrator, which are consistent with the general requirements of the position.