Special Needs Assistant Substitute Transportation

Special Needs Assistant - Transportation

Hourly Rate: $14.63/hr

• Checks with assigned driver to learn about the needs of students being transported.
• Seeks advice from the transportation supervisor when expectations are unclear. •
• Follows the directions of the assigned bus driver. •
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures. •
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
• Helps with bus loading and unloading procedures.
• Operates the wheelchair lift.
• Assists student with mobility needs.
• Ensures that students are comfortable and safely secured.
• Ensures that wheelchairs are properly secured before the bus starts. •
• Inspects bus harnesses and other safety devices.
• Immediately corrects or reports unsafe conditions and/or defective equipment.
• Offers help when students ask for or their behavior suggests they need assistance.
• Avoids being intrusive and exercises discretion.
• Strives to develop rapport with others.
• Respects personal privacy.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Takes precautions to ensure student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised.
• Learns the proper procedure to evacuate the bus during an emergency.
• Anticipates and is prepared to offer assistance when aware of passengers with medical or other health considerations. •
• Promptly documents all personal injuries that require a medical referral.
• Monitors student behavior. Enforces safety regulations.
• Maintains high standards for student conduct. Upholds the student conduct code.
• Promotes the proper use of school property. Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, or other related concerns to the building principal and/or transportation supervisor.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law. • Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth activities as directed.
• Accepts responsibility for personal decisions and conduct. Serves as a positive role model for others.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.