In-School Suspension Monitor

Southwestern Elementary; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Public Schools Southwestern Elementary in Suffolk, VA seeks an In-School Suspension Monitor to supervise students assigned to ISS and enforce school rules. This paraprofessional role reports to the principal and requires light to medium physical duties and strong classroom management skills.

The position offers full-time hours with a salary range of $22,147 to $28,436 per year. Starting date is immediate; citizenship/residency or work authorization may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with students preferred.
• Ability to monitor and report on student behavior.

Responsibilities

• Supervises students assigned to in-school suspension and enforces rules.
• Monitors assignments and returns completed work to teachers.
• Keeps daily ISS log and submits monthly reports.
• Monitors ISS during lunch and breaks.
• Counsels students when necessary.
• Prepares instructional work after regular classwork.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Skills

Student management

Discipline

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

In-School Suspension Monitor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911841
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE

2321 IN SCHOOL SUSPENSION MONITOR

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs responsible paraprofessional work monitoring the behavior of students assigned to in-school suspension. Does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the principal.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, and some medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stopping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, and noise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills associated with

• Supervising students assigned to in-school suspension, enforcing established rules and regulations.
• Monitors student assignments given by teachers, returns completed classwork to teachers;
• Keeps daily log of ISS students and students under detention.
• Prepares and submits monthly reports on ISS students;
• Monitors ISS students during lunch and afternoon breaks;
• Counsels students when necessary:
• Prepares instructional work for students after completion of regular classwork;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General knowledge of the practices concerning in-school suspension programs, and appropriate methods of dealing with misconduct; ability to deal effectively with students and teachers; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to recognize and identify activities or situations which have or may become a problem or emergency requiring immediate attention; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and the general public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in working with children.

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

AA/EOE STATEMENT

This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $22,147 to $28,436 Per Year
Job Categories:

Other Professional > Other Classified Professional

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• School Administrative Offices
• Suffolk, Virginia 23434
• Phone: [phone]