Paraeducator Bus Aide

MECOSTA-OSCEOLA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT

15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307

(231) 796-3543 FAX (231) 796-3300

NOTICE OF VACANCY

2526-67

Start Date: ASAP

POSITION: Para-educator Bus Aide
Part time School year position
Daily AM and PM bus routes; approximately 2 hours per route

JOB SUMMARY: The Special Education Bus Aide assists with providing a safe transportation environment to and from home/school to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities as identified through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.

Professional Requirements / Education and Experience:

• Minimum of high school diploma.
• Preference is given to candidate with experience/training with special needs children; ASD preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed, such as, but not limited to: positive work ethic, well organized, strong communication skills, basic technology skills, and flexibility to work effectively with diverse students and staff.
• Ability to complete any necessary on-site training and comply with bus plan as instructed by bus driver.
• Must pass a criminal history background investigation conducted by the Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1.) Follow instructions relative to individual behavior plans. Abide by all district policies and procedures and demonstrate competencies specified in the Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations.

2.) Consult with bus driver as necessary to ensure compliance with bus plan.

3.) Maintain direct awareness, free from non-work-related distraction, at all times during student transport.

4.) Be a good speech model and demonstrate correct grammar - both written and spoken.
5.) Be able to work effectively with students in developmental, cognitive, social/emotional, and physical motor activities.
6.) Be able to follow instructions relative to individual behavior plans.
7.) Demonstrate patience in dealing with students whose behavior and skills are delayed.
8.) Have the physical strength and health to do required lifting and positioning of students (up to 60 lbs.).
9.) Assist with the loading and unloading of a student from school vehicle and lifting and movement of the student as needed during transport.
10.) Accurately distribute student medication and perform critical care skills (e.g., tube feeding, suctioning, blood sugar testing, insulin shots, etc.)
11.) Regular and reliable attendance.
12.) Contribute, in a positive manner, to the overall quality and operation of the building.
13.) Assume responsibility to transport self to assigned worksite(s), and maintain regular, reliable and prompt attendance.
14.) Additional duties as assigned by Assistant Superintendent of Special Education Services or designee.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

REPLY IN WRITING TO: Dana Boglarsky, Human Resources Specialist
Email: [email protected]
Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the State of
Michigan’s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, Section 102(a) it is the policy of the Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to: Assistant Superintendent, Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District, 15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307, Telephone (231) 796-3543.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

• Big Rapids, MI 49307 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Big Rapids, MI 49307: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person