In-School Suspension Assistant

Norfolk Public School District; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Public School District is seeking an In-School Suspension Assistant in Norfolk, Virginia. The role supports students assigned to in-school suspension, coordinating academic activities with teachers and administrators, and helping students complete assignments.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least 60 college hours or PARAPRO test score, plus 1 year of experience with children and 2–3 years in customer service. Salary ranges from $17.41 to $24.16 per hour.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and 60 college hours or PARAPRO test score of 455+.
• At least one year of experience with children and 2–3 years of customer service experience or equivalent.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Explains and enforces adherence to in-school suspension policies.
• Assists students to complete assigned work during IS suspension.
• Counsels students on the impact of their actions.
• Obtains student assignments, textbooks and materials.
• Maintains attendance and records completion status for suspended students.
• Submits completed work to teachers and coordinates with staff.
• Convenes with school personnel on student progress.

Skills

Customer service

Counseling

Classroom supervision

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

60 college hours or PARAPRO test

Job description

In-School Suspension Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5847338
Application Deadline: Aug 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026

Job Description

Full-Time and Permanent;7 Hours/Day; 182 Days/Year; 10 Months/Year; Grade DD

General Responsibilities

This position is responsible for working with students who have been assigned to in-school suspension; to include working with administrators and teachers to coordinate the academic activities of suspended students. The successful candidate is also responsible for assisting students in completing their assigned work. The incumbent is expected to counsel students and maintain order and discipline within the in-school suspension room/center. The work of the In-School Suspension Assistant is reviewed by the principal in terms of the school's goals and objectives.

Education and Experience

Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 60 hours of college level course work or has successfully completed the PARAPRO test with a score of 455 or better. Requires at least one year of experience with children and 2-3 years of customer service experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Explains and enforces strict adherence to the regulations and procedures of in-school suspension policies.
• Provides assistance to students to ensure they are completing the assigned work during in-school suspension.
• Counsels students concerning the impact of their actions.
• Obtains student assignments, textbooks, and materials.
• Maintains and reports daily attendance and records assignment completion status of students required to attend in school suspension.
• Provides assistance to students as needed.
• Submits completed student work to appropriate teachers.
• Assigns additional work if students complete required assignments before the end of the designated time.
• Collects parental notification forms.
• Confers with appropriate school personnel concerning the progress of students.
• Prepares a release for students who complete in-school suspension.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17.41 to $24.16 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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