Special Education Bus Aide
Special Education Bus Aide
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Job Description
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Monday - Thursday
REPORTS TO: Transportation Director
WORK LOCATION: Transportation
OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist district transportation bus drivers with students on school busses and other vehicles to ensure their safety and policy compliance. Must be able to work as a team with the Bus Driver and communicate positively in an effective and efficient manner.
TYPICAL TASKS:
- Assist students to ensure safety when boarding and de-boarding the school bus and crossing the streets.
- Assist driver loading and unloading children using assistive equipment; Ensure wheelchairs and other equipment are tied down properly and secured at all times.
- Responsible for supporting the maintenance and appearance of the vehicle interior including seat belts locating and returning lost items and trash.
- Maintain discipline of children on the vehicle supporting and under the direction of the driver to meet district policy and safety requirements.
- Report any malfunction or need for repairs immediately to leadership.
- Create support and maintain a positive bus environment for all students
- Assist special education students with hygiene and other needs when warranted.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent certification is required.
- Experience working with special education children is desirable.
- Must be knowledgeable of First AidProcedures (first aid cert suggested)
- Valid DPS fingerprint card and pass background check
WORK REQUIREMENTS
- Must be willing to work with children in different age groups as well as with children of varying disabilities.
- Must be able to assist children and maintain discipline while on a moving vehicle despite disruptive activities
- Must be able to participate in required training such as orientation sessions and safety/training meetings.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Miami Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex age or disability in its programs and activities. The Superintendent has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Employment Type
Part-Time
