What are the responsibilities and job description for the Half-Time Instructional/Supervisory/Transportation/Special Education Aide (New, BCHS HT AIDE) position at West Virginia Department of Education?
- High School Diploma, General Equivalent Development Certificate (GED) per West Virginia Code §18A-2-5
- Personnel must be or have been classified in this category or must pass the state prescribed exam for this position per West Virginia Code §18A-4-8e. See not above
- Criminal background check per WV Code §18-5-15c
- The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the Job Description
- Has completed six semester hours of college credit at an institution of higher education; or
- Is employed as an aide in a special education program and has one year's experience as an aide in special education.
- Has completed eighteen hours of State Board-approved college credit at a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or
- Has completed fifteen hours of State Board-approved college credit at a regionally accredited institution of higher education; and
- has successfully completed an in-service training program determined by the state Board to be the equivalent of three hours of college credit.
- Performs duties as outlined by the classroom teacher.
- Special Education Aides will be required to complete the Braxton County Schools Medication Administration Training and administer medications as appropriate.
- Assist in lifting, feeding, toileting, and changing diapers or clothing of special needs students.
- Assists teacher as needed with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials.
- Conducts learning games with students according to established procedures.
- Assists with supervision and instruction of children; copying, cutting, coloring, etc., to construct materials and bulletin boards.
- Provides individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills that have been taught by the teacher.
- Assists in implementing lessons based on district and school objectives and needs and abilities of students.
- Keeps files of the children's work, test scores, health services, etc.
- Prepares routine notices concerning activities, meetings, etc.
- Conducts activities for students with directions firmly established by the teacher.
- Monitors testing and classroom tasks assigned to students.
- Corrects activities assigned to students.
- Operates audiovisual equipment during instructional duties.
- Secures materials for instructional programs through proper channels.
- Prepares material for instruction as outlined by the classroom teacher.
- Available for consultations with parents.
- Complies with in-service training required by Braxton County Schools.
- Assists the teacher in supervision of children in the classroom and to various locations in the school including, but not limited to, instructional areas, the cafeteria, and the bus.
- Participates in bus duty, hall monitoring, lunchroom duty, playground duty.
- Keeps records as needed to accomplish evaluation for programs and sees that all information on students is current and available for review at all times.
- Keeps a skill mastery list on each student up to date in cooperation with classroom teacher where required.
- Rides buses with students as assigned and assists in maintaining discipline on the bus.
- Assist students in boarding and disembarking from buses.
- Secure students in seats with approved safety equipment for buses.
- Assist in lifting, feeding, toileting, and changing diapers or clothing of special needs students.
- Provide care and supervision of students diagnosed with autism or other special education needs.
- Maintains positive work habits.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Performs duties efficiently and productively.
- Maintains and/or upgrades job-related skills.
- Always develops and maintains a safe work environment.
- Instill in students the belief and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal or superintendent of schools.
JobID: 67829
Position Type:
Aide/Aide
Aide/Aide
Date Posted:
7/7/2026
7/7/2026
Location:
Braxton County High School
Braxton County High School
Closing Date:
07/14/2026
07/14/2026
County:
Braxton County Schools
Braxton County Schools
POSITION: Half-Time Instructional/Supervisory/Transportation/Special Education Aide
NOTE: Applicants must take and pass the state Aide test before BCS can consider their application for hire. You will receive email notification when tests are scheduled. Applicants will NOT be called and/or interviewed until they have passed the test. Notification of scheduled tests and locations will be emailed to applicants. If you do not take the test, you CANNOT be considered for employment. Email Melissa Adkins at melissa.d.adkins@k12.wv.us for additional information. Please add Ms. Adkin's email to your contacts to ensure you receive communications regarding testing.
LOCATION: Braxton County High School
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 200 Day contract
SALARY: West Virginia state minimum pay scale. Full compensation package may be found HERE
Classification: Service
Reports to: Building Principal, Assistant Principal
Application Deadline: July 14, 2026
Effective Date: Upon Board Approval
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Qualifications:
LOCATION: Braxton County High School
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 200 Day contract
SALARY: West Virginia state minimum pay scale. Full compensation package may be found HERE
Classification: Service
Reports to: Building Principal, Assistant Principal
Application Deadline: July 14, 2026
Effective Date: Upon Board Approval
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Qualifications:
Title:
"Aide I" means a person selected and trained for a teacher-aide classification such as monitor aide, clerical aide, classroom aide or general aide.
"Aide II" means a service person referred to in the "Aide I" classification who has completed a training program approved by the state board, or who holds a high school diploma or has received a general educational development certificate. Only a person classified in an Aide II class title may be employed as an aide in any special education program.
"Aide III" means a service person referred to in the "Aide I" classification who holds a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate; and
"Aide I" means a person selected and trained for a teacher-aide classification such as monitor aide, clerical aide, classroom aide or general aide.
"Aide II" means a service person referred to in the "Aide I" classification who has completed a training program approved by the state board, or who holds a high school diploma or has received a general educational development certificate. Only a person classified in an Aide II class title may be employed as an aide in any special education program.
"Aide III" means a service person referred to in the "Aide I" classification who holds a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate; and
"Aide IV" means a service person referred to in the "Aide I" classification who holds high school diploma or a general educational development certificate; and
Job Summary:
To perform duties to assist teacher and student with daily classroom activities. May be assigned to assist students with school travel.
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.
Staff members serve as role models for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
Staff members are expected to refrain from bullying, harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.
To perform duties to assist teacher and student with daily classroom activities. May be assigned to assist students with school travel.
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.
Staff members serve as role models for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
Staff members are expected to refrain from bullying, harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.
Please note: If you have recently retired from any entity covered by the West Virginia Consolidated Public Retirement Board, applying for or accepting employment within 60 days of your retirement date could negatively impact your retirement benefits and result in a significant financial or tax liability for which you are responsible. It is your responsibility to check with the WVCPRB to ensure that you are compliant with state code that requires a 60 day bona fide separation from retirement. Braxton County Schools will not be responsible for any taxes, penalties, costs, or other financial liabilities you may incur if you apply for or accept employment contrary to the laws of West Virginia, or the regulations of the Internal Revenue Service, the WVCPRB, or another other applicable state or federal law or regulation. You may reach the WVCPRB by calling 1-800-654-4406. By applying, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this requirement.
Performance Responsibilities:
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least one hundred vertically (100) pounds of materials, children, etc. For Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus.
The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud (60 â 90 dB). The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the superintendent or his/her designee.
Revised July 2024
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration; applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations are not to be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the Job Description, with or without reasonable accommodation.
TO APPLY:
Braxton County Schools only accepts bids electronically for all jobs. You may apply online from our district website at https://boe.brax.k12.wv.us/page/employment. To be considered for any position, bids must be submitted by the bid closing time on the last day of the posting for the desired position. All bids are posted a minimum of five business days. Applicants must have required certification or be pending with the West Virginia Department of Education at the closing of the bid.
As required by federal laws and regulations, the Braxton County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in employment or in its education programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to Melissa Adkins, Title IX Coordinator, Braxton County Board of Education, 98 Carter Braxton Drive, Sutton WV 26601, phone 304.765.7101; or the West Virginia Department of Education's Director of the Office of Civil Rights.
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least one hundred vertically (100) pounds of materials, children, etc. For Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus.
The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud (60 â 90 dB). The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the superintendent or his/her designee.
Revised July 2024
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration; applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations are not to be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the Job Description, with or without reasonable accommodation.
TO APPLY:
Braxton County Schools only accepts bids electronically for all jobs. You may apply online from our district website at https://boe.brax.k12.wv.us/page/employment. To be considered for any position, bids must be submitted by the bid closing time on the last day of the posting for the desired position. All bids are posted a minimum of five business days. Applicants must have required certification or be pending with the West Virginia Department of Education at the closing of the bid.
As required by federal laws and regulations, the Braxton County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in employment or in its education programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to Melissa Adkins, Title IX Coordinator, Braxton County Board of Education, 98 Carter Braxton Drive, Sutton WV 26601, phone 304.765.7101; or the West Virginia Department of Education's Director of the Office of Civil Rights.