Bus Aide (Special Education)

Muscatine Community School District•Muscatine, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Muscatine Schools is hiring a Special Ed Bus Aide. Will work with special education students and will also assist with general supervision of students to provide overall support. May be asked to assist with other tasks, as needed. Bus Aides are paid on an hourly basis. The rate of pay for these positions is $17.93/hour. New hires will be required to complete a background check and onboarding/training session with The Department of Human Resources. Call the MCSD Department of Human Resources with any questions/concerns regarding the application process at 563-263-7223.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Excellent communication skills both oral and written
Computer proficient in skill level appropriate software
Experience working with challenged students
Self-starter and able to help student become more self-sufficient and/or successful in classes
Physically able to help students
Comfortability assisting with student's equipment including but not limited to the computer, wheel chair, health, mobilizer, immobilizer
Regular attendance to ensure consistency with students
Building and school bus safety procedures
Building and school alarm systems
Must genuinely like children and enjoy working with young people
Must not get upset by occasional bad language, threat of physical violence or personal habits of student
Possess patience so as not get easily discouraged
Willingness to assume responsibility
Human relations skills and good interpersonal skills
Confidentiality of all information is critical
Ability to work well with others