In-School Suspension Aide/Paraprofessional

Westosoisd; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 34,385,000 - 45,847,000; Full time

Job summary

Westosoisd is seeking a qualified instructional aide to supervise students in in-school suspension and maintain a highly structured environment. You'll work under the principal and a certified teacher each day.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, Texas educational aide certification or TOPS with 60 college hours or an associate degree, plus relevant experience with children. Strong organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Texas educational aide certification or TOPS; 60 college hours or an associate degree.
• Three years experience as classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment.
• Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
• Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments.
• Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.
• Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and IEP.
• Record student attendance and discipline referrals according to established procedures.
• Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.

Skills

Work with children

Follow instructions

Use computer

Education

High School diploma or GED

60 college hours or Associate Degree

Tools

Computer

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to:Principal/Teacher

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Supervise students assigned to in-school suspension (ISS) for disciplinary reasons. Maintain a highly structured and orderly environment. Work under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher on a daily basis.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certification or TOPS Training and MUST have 60 college hours or Associate Degree , two years of study at an institution of higher learning

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to use personal computer

Experience:

Three years experience as classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment.
• Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
• Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments.
• Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.
• Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers.

Student Management

• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Record student attendance and discipline referrals according to established procedures.
• Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15)

Environment: Work inside; may work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.