Special Education Bus Aide - Newberry​/Kincheloe Route

Job Title

To assist Special Education students being transported to and from school in an effort to provide them with the physical help and emotional support they need, in order for them to gain the maximum benefits possible from the district's special education program

Period of Employment:
School Year, Route will begin and end in Newberry

Possess high school diploma or equivalent

Shall have completed not less than two (2) years of related experiences in special education programs and/or services or
- Shall have completed a state approved program for the preparation of instructional aides/paraprofessionals

Enjoy working with children of all ages and be sensitive to their needs

Excellent moral character and personal habits

Possess qualities of initiative, self-reliance and leadership

Neat, clean and presentable

Strong organizational and time management skills, written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, diligent work habits, and the ability to apply common sense to routine decision-making

Ability to maintain self-control and complete tasks with frequent interruptions

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Must have regular and reliable attendance

Ability to carry and move heavy objects and lift 80-100lbs. Possess a valid driver's license

Maintain confidentiality regarding the student, information and materials used in this position

Be able to assist and lift children up to 80-100 pounds, on and off the bus, including those on wheelchairs

Complete and maintain proficiency in all safety courses, trainings, and certifications as required

Clean students who drool, have runny noses, vomit or have toileting accidents

Must be physically able and willing to intervene with student(s) to prevent altercations

Able to accept and deal with unusual student experiences and behaviors without becoming offended or upset

Assist the bus driver in any way needed to promote the safe transporting of the student(s) in all situations and conditions

Assist the bus driver in maintaining a clean and sanitary bus

Assist students to fasten and unfasten seat belts and/or harnesses and keep students seated

Be willing to learn the operation of the bus radio communication system and the wheelchair lift

Be familiar with basic first aid procedures and the process to use with student(s) who may have convulsive disorders

Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on the bus

Follow established procedures in reporting any problems created by student(s)

Become familiar with school bus emergency procedures

Remain free of substance abuse and/or illegal drug use at all times

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Wages and Fringes: $24.23 per hour as per ESP Master Agreement