BUS PARAPROFESSIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports to the Transportation Director

Job Summary:  Assists driver in management and control of students assigned. Assignment could be on different buses throughout the year depending on need.

Major Duties:

• Is able to perform pre-trip inspection, properly operate the specialized equipment, and assists students while loading and unloading the bus.
• Fastens required restraining devises securely.  Becomes familiar with proper handling techniques for all student transported.
• Has the ability to direct substitute drivers in the absence of the assigned driver.
• Is not accompanied by own children while on assignment.
• Ensures safely of students during seizures.
• Ability to monitor student conduct.  Being alert to emotional and physical conditions that may affect the safety and/or welfare of students.
• Ability to operate the two-way radio.
• Must dress appropriately while on assignment.
• Must be able to dead lift 30 pounds.
• Handles on-board pupil management while the bus is in motion.  (This is a shared duty when the bus is parked.)
• Assists the driver in cleaning the bus.
• Ability to work with other students, parents, drivers, teacher, and school administrators.
• Performs other job related duties as necessary.

In accordance with policy GBEC and procedure GBEC-R all new employees must submit to a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Employee must consent to and provide the necessary documentation (fingerprinting, etc.) to allow for a criminal background check.