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Position Type: Classified Student Support/Instructional ParaprofessionalDate Posted: 3/11/2026Location: Bob & Betty Courtway Middle SchoolJob DescriptionIn-School Suspension ParaprofessionalConway Public School DistrictQualifications:High school diploma and college experience preferredExperience working with studentsStrong communication skillsAbility to work with othersTechnology skillsReports to: PrincipalSupervises: Not applicableTerms of Employment: The contract length will be 185 days.Evaluation: Based on local district policy and Arkansas Department of Education guidelines, and performed by the Principal who is assisted by the Assistant Principal in regard to evaluations.Job Goal: The In-School Suspension Paraprofessional will endeavor to maintain a caring and instructional environment for students to learn responsibility, have re-teaching opportunities, and accept logical consequences.Performance Responsibilities:Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.Communicates with administrators, students, staff, and parents in a courteous, professional manner.Records data for factual documentation, accountability, and evaluation purposes.Exercises crisis management methodologies and strategies to de-escalate student behavior.Monitors for hostile behaviors leading to conflict to ensure the safety of surrounding students and staff.Collaborates with teachers to collect assignments and provide academic assistance.Works with and understands the needs of a diverse student population.Maintains an instructional focus among students in the room.Maintains a calm and professional demeanor in all circumstances.Responds rapidly in emergency situations.Has organization and time management skills.Other duties, as assigned.