Educational Aide; assigned to transportation

Educational Aide Position

Granville Exempted Village School District is proud to be one of Ohio's best public school districts. We serve a population of approximately 2500 students in grades K - 12. Our students learn through a diverse selection of academic, athletic and service-based opportunities led by highly-skilled faculty and staff. Graduates of Granville Schools are well-prepared and empowered to be collaborative, adaptable, and responsible members of their communities and are equipped with the critical thinking and resiliency skills necessary for success in our ever-changing world.

We are inspired by exceptional family and community support, and we are always Learning for Life!

We are currently accepting applications for the position of educational aide. This position will assist students as they are transported to and from school. It is approximately 3.75 hours per day. Successful candidates will model the District's mission, vision and values. Preferred candidates will have experience as an educational aide in a school district.

Please complete our online application process to be considered for this position.

Reports to:

Principal, Special Services Director, assigned teacher, school nurse and/or health clinic nurse

Job Objective:
Performs a variety of non-teaching classroom support and student personal care services as directed under the supervision of an assigned teacher.

Minimum Qualifications:

Meets mandated state and federal qualification (i.e., completion of requisite higher education credit hours/courses, approved degree, or successful passage of a sanctioned professional standards test).

• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
• Valid state department of education permit appropriate for the assignment.
• Ability to physically assist students with disabilities (e.g., mobility, transferring, positioning, etc.).
• Self-directed, congenial disposition, and strong diplomacy skills.
• Successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse/neglect, behavioral management, CPR, and/or first aid may be required as a condition of employment.

Essential Functions:

The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Checks for assignments. Carefully follows directions. Seeks advice when expectations are unclear.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Supports community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers policy interpretation inquiries to administrative staff.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.
• Works with the administrators and teachers to address persistent behavior problems.
• Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property. Reports discipline problems, vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other related concerns.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Classroom Duties:

• Checks with the teacher for instructions. Works with small groups and/or individual students. Helps students with remedial and/or enrichment activities. Reinforces instructional objectives introduced by the teacher. Maintains a positive learning environment.
• Responds to student requests for assistance. Avoids being intrusive. Solves concerns discreetly.
• Supports an inclusive educational environment. Helps students with disabilities participate in appropriate learning activities as directed.
• Actively participates in programmed recreational activities as directed.
• Performs clerical work related to classroom activities. Prepares and distributes classroom materials. Maintains records as directed.
• Prepares classroom equipment for use (e.g., computers, media resources, etc.).
• Helps keep program and storage areas orderly (e.g., stores equipment, shelves books, cleans spills, etc.). Sanitizes equipment as directed.
• Supervises non-classroom activities as directed (e.g., arrival/departure,…