Substitute Non-Instructional Paraeducator - Bus Attendant

Pasco School District 1•Washington, WA

1d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 is seeking a Substitute Non-Instructional Paraeducator - Bus Attendant for their Transportation department. This is an on-call/as-needed position with varying hours and a salary of $21.73 per hour. New hires are conditional upon passing a fingerprint screening.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Valid First Aid and/or CPR card for infants and children or willing to obtain.
Knowledge in proper use of English in both written and verbal forms, use of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Maintain detailed and accurate records.
Skill in operating standard office equipment including basic computer applications.
Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
Understand and conduct verbal and written instruction.
Knowledge of de-escalation strategies.
Knowledge of car seats, BESI seats and/or seat belts.
Ability to securely strap in wheelchair(s).
Knowledge of general cleaning supplies and usages.
Ability to establish a plan to address student behavior.
Ability to follow safe work practices and/or procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with staff, students, and patrons.

Nice To Haves

Prior paraeducator experience, college, or on-the job experience preferred but not required.
Experience working with students who are special needs preferred but not required.
Prior experience in a K-12 school setting preferred but not required.
CPI trained or willingness to attend training.
Knowledge and/or experience working with children with behavioral disabilities.

Responsibilities

Administers first aid to provide emergency care.
Provide support or supervision during student arrival and/or departure to include but not limited to transit to bus, transit from bus, unloading and/or loading wheelchair bound students.
Provides assistant to bus driver.
Assists with management of students with special health problems.
Provide lifting assistance up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Assist with reporting misconduct on school property and/or school bus route(s).
Adhere to District safety policies and/or procedures as well as required program guidelines.
Participate in District meetings to communicate information and gain feedback and/or direction on a variety of issues.
Distribute documents and materials to appropriate staff, students and/or parents.
Assist with supervision of students to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
Assist other personnel as may be required to support them with the completion of their work activities.
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.
Assist with contacting parents and/or guardians regarding student behavior and academic progress.