JOB DESCRIPTION

SPECIAL EDUCATION BUS AIDE

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent

ASSIGNMENT: Ride the Special Education Bus during morning, midday, and afternoon routes

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: the Transportation Manager, under the immediate supervision of the bus driver.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to travel and be seated for extended periods of time
2. Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff, using proper grammar and vocabulary
3. Ability to maintain discipline in all school settings
4. Ability to maintain positive relationships with staff and students.

JOB STATUS:

1. There is no tenure established in this position.
2. This position is paid on an hourly basis and employment is for school days in session.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: There is a probationary period of ninety (90) days. At the end of that time, the employee will be evaluated by his / her supervisors. If the evaluation is favorable, the employee will continue to work for the District. An unfavorable evaluation will result in termination.

DUTIES:

1. Aide teacher in preparing room/bus for school.
2. Ride bus routes.
3. Assist students with entering/exiting bus.
4. Assist students with seat restraints/harnesses.
5. Supervise students for appropriate bus behavior under the bus driver's supervision.
6. Performs other general duties as assigned.

GENERAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be punctual in all assignments.
2. Observe all District policies appropriate to this position.
3. Accept the responsibility of assigned tasks.
4. Comply with confidentiality guidelines.
5. Attend training sessions required by Building Manager.
6. Perform other general duties as assigned.

*Also applies to Instructional Substitute Aide