Itinerant Classroom Aide​/Transportation Aide​/Kindergarten ECCAT P27-209-58

POSITION

• Title:
  
  Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Classroom Teacher Assistant, Aide I/II/III/IV, Autism Mentor, Transportation Aide
• Location:
  
  Capon Bridge Elementary School
• Date Posted: 6/11/2026
• Closing Date: 06/18/2026
• County:
  Hampshire County Schools
• Supervisor:
  Principal
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt

• Term:
  Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8; extended days may be established by HCBOE.
• Salary:
  According 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.
• Employment Type:
  
  Non-Exempt (FLSA).

Performance 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.

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; establishing effective rapport, motivating students, and facilitating learning appropriate to each pupil’s ability. For school‑bus aides, the role includes supervision of student passengers and ensuring safety restraints are properly used.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 must complete the Hampshire County approved management training (e.g., Safety Care) upon the request of the school‑level administrator or Special Education Director and recertify when necessary.
• Transportation aides must complete CPR/First Aid and wheelchair/harness training for school buses.
• Must successfully complete 36‑hour post‑secondary requirement as defined by policy 5202.
• Pre Kindergarten and Kindergarten aides must be eligible for Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher‑Temporary Authorization and complete required coursework within two years to keep the authorization current.
• Autism Mentors must meet qualifications of Aide III, complete a staff development program related to autism services (as determined by WVDE), have two years of experience providing classroom instructional support to autistic students under supervision of a certified special education teacher, and have the physical ability to perform all job tasks.

• Maintain cooperative working relationships and exhibit professional behavior with principal, supervising teacher(s), students, parents, staff, and the public.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills appropriate to the duties of this position.
• Assist in the supervision of children in the classroom and at various location—instructional areas, cafeteria, bus, hall monitor, lunchroom, playground, and other duties assigned.
• Ensure a safe, conducive learning environment and practice good safety habits; possess basic first aid and CPR knowledge.
• Assist teachers with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials.
• Conduct learning games and provide individualized and small‑group instruction to reinforce skills taught by the teacher.
• Implement lessons based on district and school objectives, needs, and student abilities.
• Show patience, flexibility, and willingness to perform a variety of tasks; remain self‑motivated and work without direct supervision.
• Respond to questions from administrators, students, staff, and the general public in a professional manner.
• Follow written and oral directions, complete assignments, solve practical problems, and interpret instructions in various formats.
• Accurately perform assigned tasks in full compliance with county requirements, board policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist in preparing snacks for students as needed and assist in lifting, feeding, toileting, and changing clothing of special‑needs students.
• Assist and supervise special‑needs students in regular classroom settings and modify materials and instructional activities per IEP and…