Paraprofessional - DAEP Aide

Position Type :

Student Support Services / Paraprofessional / Aide

Date Posted : 11 / 18 / 2025

Location : High School

Job Title : ISS / DAEP Aide

Exemption Status / Test : Nonexempt

Reports to : Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Date Revised : 11 / 18 / 2025

Dept. / School : High School

Primary Purpose :

Supervise students assigned to In-School Suspension (ISS) and the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP). Maintain a highly structured and orderly environment. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher on a daily basis.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Completed a formal academic assessment, an associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning

Or must obtain a valid Educational Aide III certification

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to use a personal computer

Experience :

Some experience working with children (preferably in a school, childcare setting)

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Work with certified teachers and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured environment.

Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teachers.

Consult with classroom teachers regarding student assignments.

Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.

Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return them to classroom teachers.

Manage student behavior.

Record student attendance.

Maintain confidentiality.

Perform all other duties as assigned by the Principal and ISS / DAEP Teacher.

Maintain accurate personal attendance records by utilizing Frontline Time and Attendance.

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 to moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds)

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.