Secondary: ISS Monitor 2026-2027

Job OverviewThe Monitor ISS will perform skilled paraprofessional work which requires the incumbent to assist the classroom teacher in performing a variety of tasks designed to enhance the learning of students identified as academically and/or behaviorally at risk.Position DescriptionEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMonitor students assigned to In School Suspension and P.M. detentionRelieve teachers, as needed in the classroomCoordinate assignments with teachers; reinforce teacher lesson plans and assignments; review progress; administer testsCommunicate with teachers and supervise in a timely manner regarding student progressMaintain attendance and cumulative records; monitor the movement of students in the buildingAssist with classroom management at the discretion of the teacher, e.g., monitoring student behavior, following management behavior plan, encouraging students to work independently, ensuring students understand and follow established classroom rules for acceptable behaviorCheck student work, including objective test materialsMaintain records and files; perform general clerical dutiesAssist with supervision in the cafeteria during lunch timesSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneQualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.Minimum of 48 college hours or passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of KnowledgeTexas Educational Aide Certification preferred or will be required to obtain once hiredAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingStrong interpersonal skillsPhysical Requirements/Working ConditionsThe work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.Additional InformationWork is in a classroom setting and may require using student intervention techniques in handling student conduct.