ISS Instructional Aide
Crandall Independent School District, Crandall, TX, United States
Position Type: Paraprofessional - Teacher Assistant
Date Posted: 4/22/2026
Location: Crandall High School
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; have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning; valid educational aide III certification.
Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work well with children; follow verbal and written instructions; use personal computer.
Experience: Three years experience as a 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/or 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 Educational Plans (IEP).
Record student attendance behavior and administer discipline referrals according to established procedures.
Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.
Other
Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
Communicate with students or parents on a regular basis via phone or video conference, email, or district approved website.
Maintain confidentiality.
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Physical Demands
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending and stooping. Motion: Moderate walking. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
Note:
Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.
Note:
An Educational Aide III certificate is required for aides assigned to a setting where students grades 9-12 are assigned for less than six weeks. A valid Texas teaching certificate is required when students grades 9-12 are assigned more than six weeks. (See State Board for Educator Certification)
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Date Posted: 4/22/2026
Location: Crandall High School
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; have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning; valid educational aide III certification.
Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work well with children; follow verbal and written instructions; use personal computer.
Experience: Three years experience as a 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/or 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 Educational Plans (IEP).
Record student attendance behavior and administer discipline referrals according to established procedures.
Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.
Other
Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
Communicate with students or parents on a regular basis via phone or video conference, email, or district approved website.
Maintain confidentiality.
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Physical Demands
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending and stooping. Motion: Moderate walking. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
Note:
Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.
Note:
An Educational Aide III certificate is required for aides assigned to a setting where students grades 9-12 are assigned for less than six weeks. A valid Texas teaching certificate is required when students grades 9-12 are assigned more than six weeks. (See State Board for Educator Certification)
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