Bus Student Health Paraprofessional

Summary:
The Bus Student Health Paraprofessional will assist in the safe transportation of special education students to ensure a safe and hazard free environment for all students.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe and comfortable environment for students who ride the bus.
• Monitor and assist students with special needs until released to a teacher, designated school employee, or parent/guardian.
• Ensure that students are seated before the vehicle is in motion. Assist students in refastening seat belts as necessary.
• Observe student behavior and take positive action in correcting behavioral problems.
• Monitor and assist the student with medical needs, including implementing the health plan, transporting emergency medications, administering emergency medication if needed, and managing the student's service animal.
• Assist in bus emergency evacuation.
• Assist in the proper securement of wheelchairs.
• Assist in proper passenger restraint securement.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• BA or Associates degree in Educational Assistant and teacher certification preferred; related work experience preferred.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Prior experience working with children.
• CPR and First Aid training is preferred, but not required. The district can provide this training if the applicant does not have it.
• Ability to lift 45 pounds.
• Willing to work split hours for AM and PM routes

Schedule:
School Year
Up to 5 hours per day/5 days a week

Compensation:
Level 1 - $14.31 - $16.76 per hour
Level 2 - $15.74 - $18.42 per hour for certified teacher

New Position

Once the posting deadline date has been met (if applicable), the supervisor/principal will review applications and schedule interviews with the most qualified candidates. An email will be sent to applicants when the position has been filled.