Classroom Aide​/ Transportation Aide S27-209-65

Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Classroom Teacher Assistant, Aide I/II/III/IV, Autism Mentor, Transportation Aide

Immediate Supervisor:
Principal

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Employment Term:
Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8; extended employment days may be established by HCBOE

Salary:
Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8a, in accordance with Hampshire County Salary Schedule, Pay Grade B, C, D, E or F; commensurate with experience and education level plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation

Evaluation:
Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and HCBOE Evaluation Policy for Service Personnel

Job Summary:

The Aide assists the teacher(s) in a variety of ways to implement the instructional program including working directly with children in small groups or on a one-to-one basis; to establish effective rapport with students assigned to the classroom; to motivate students to develop attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good educational foundation, in accordance with each pupil's ability. The Aide assigned to a school bus assists with the supervision of student passengers on the bus, including securing student passengers in various types of safety restraints.

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5 Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code §18A-4-8e (state-approved competency test) as required. Special Education Aides will be required to complete the Hampshire County approved management training ( such as Safety Care) upon the request of the school level administrator or Special Education Director (re-certification when necessary) Transportation aides will be required to complete CPR/First Aid in order to remain qualified for the position Transportation aides will be required to complete wheelchair/harness training for school buses

Performance Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Maintains cooperative working relationships and exhibits professional behavior with principal, supervising teacher(s), students, parents, staff, and the public Oral and written communication skills consistent with the duties of this position Assists the teacher in supervision of the 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, and other duties assigned by the building supervisor or principal Maintains an environment that is safe for students and conducive to learning Practice good safety habits and have knowledge of basic first aid and CPR 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 Demonstrate patience while working with children Able to learn new skills, flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks Be Self-motivated and works without direct supervision Effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, students, staff, and the general public consistent with the duties of this position Work well with others, follow written and oral directions and complete assignments Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where…