Instructional Assistant-Esl/Bus Driver #360309

Lee County Schools•Sanford, NC

About The Position

An Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver supports teachers in the instruction of students by performing a wide variety of tasks in the teaching-learning process. Work is guided by specific instructions, precedents, and established policy, and is performed under the limited supervision of a teacher and/or principal. The position also operates small, medium-sized, or large-capacity vehicles to transport children on established or special routes. The role combines classroom support and student supervision with school bus operation and safety responsibilities. Duties include delivering teacher-directed instruction, preparing and handling instructional materials, monitoring student progress and behavior, maintaining student records, supporting discipline and student well-being, and transporting authorized students safely. The employee must comply with transportation procedures, report incidents and concerns, and maintain appropriate relationships with students, parents or guardians, and school personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet qualifications under the provisions of No Child Left Behind: an associate degree, completion of 48 semester hours of college credit, or successful completion of a series of Work Keys tests plus 96 contact hours of appropriate staff development.
Bilingual.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
CDL with passenger school bus endorsement and a current Bus Drivers Pocket Card.
Working knowledge of effective methods for dealing with children, core subjects at the assigned grade level, school organization and community, and the basic characteristics of children's ages and stages.
Skill in operating audiovisual equipment and common office machines, and in making learning aids that support lesson plans.
Ability to understand teacher-designed strategies and instructional objectives; recognize and report significant student behavior; communicate at the child's level of comprehension; and apply recognition, rewards, and consequences impartially and consistently.
Ability to solve most minor problems independently, follow written and oral instructions without constant supervision, accurately record and store data, and maintain confidentiality of student information.
Knowledge of safe and efficient school bus operating practices, traffic laws, school bus regulations and safety standards, and Transportation Department Operating Instructions.
Ability to physically inspect a school bus, detect and report observable mechanical defects or failures, maintain student discipline and bus cleanliness, and complete required reports.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative, use tact and courtesy with students, parents or guardians, and school personnel, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

Give group and individualized instruction as prescribed by the teacher, demonstrate instructional activities, monitor assigned work, check and correct work in progress, and keep students on task.
Reinforce student achievement, report student progress to the teacher, score papers as instructed, and distribute and collect instructional materials.
Arrange classroom furnishings and equipment; prepare visual aids; duplicate, reorganize, and file materials and data.
Check and report attendance, enter data in health records, record student behavior, and file data according to regulatory requirements.
Supervise students in the classroom and other locations; promote self-esteem, citizenship, social skills, and respect for others.
Reconcile minor student conflicts, participate in developing discipline policy, use approved methods to address misbehavior, and report discipline problems or significant behavioral changes to the teacher, principal, or supervisor.
Administer routine first aid and request assistance for non-routine injury or illness.
Operate a school bus and follow applicable safety regulations, standards, transportation instructions, and emergency evacuation procedures.
Maintain discipline among students riding the bus and establish a discipline plan consistent with school disciplinary objectives.
Discharge students only at authorized schools or bus stops and transport only authorized students.
Keep the bus clean and free of items that may present a safety problem; inspect it as directed and report observable mechanical defects or failures.
Report accidents as required, remain at the scene until released by the on-scene transportation supervisor, assess injuries, and maintain passenger safety.
Complete a personal time card and required reports, including accident or incident reports.
Secure the assigned bus at the end of a run or route, including parking it properly, checking for damage and remaining passengers, and securing windows and doors.
Maintain acceptable relationships with students' parents or guardians and school personnel.
Attend workshops and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.