In-School Suspension Support Specialist

Memphis-Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking a dedicated in‑school suspension coordinator to support students referred by school leadership. You will coordinate instructional activities with teachers, monitor academic work, and help students develop constructive anger management and behavior strategies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with S‑Teams and district staff, ensuring accurate record‑keeping and timely communication with parents. CPR/First Aid certification is required or must be obtained.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s degree or two years of college (minimum 48 semester hours).
• Two years of experience with urban and/or disadvantaged youth.
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instructional activities with classroom teachers for students in in‑school suspension.
• Monitor students’ regular academic work during in‑school suspension.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records relating to student data.
• Work with S‑Teams and district staff to support positive student behavior and safety.
• Provide tutorial assistance to students in in‑school suspension.
• Communicate with parents regarding student conduct and behavior modification plans.
• Ensure student attendance and progress after returning to regular classes.

Skills

Anger management

Documentation

Collaboration

Communication with parents

Education

Associate’s degree or 2 years college

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking a dedicated in‑school suspension coordinator to support students referred by school leadership. You will coordinate instructional activities with teachers, monitor academic work, and help students develop constructive anger management and behavior strategies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with S‑Teams and district staff, ensuring accurate record‑keeping and timely communication with parents. CPR/First Aid certification is required or must be obtained.