Transportation Paraprofessional

Transportation Paraprofessional

It's a calling. Every day, our para's can make a positive impact on the lives of students and their families. They are the unsung heroes who ensure the safety and well-being of our students and help provide priceless access to education.

Job Description:

• Greet students, show them to their seats, help students with fastening/unfastening seat belts
• Perform harness hook-up and wheelchair securement
• Ensure safety of students getting on/off the bus
• Always remember you're working with special needs students, you may need to assist the bus driver with various tasks

Requirements:

• Able to work from 6:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. (Hours are subject to change depending on the daily assignment)
• Must be punctual and maintain a good attendance record
• Must be able to interact well with students of all ages
• Must be able to interact well with colleagues
• Some experience working with special needs students preferred
• Able to push/pull, bend – minor lifting from time to time is possible (up to 50 pounds)
• Must obey all state and federal laws and regulations for securing students
• High school diploma or GED certificate required
• Must pass background check and a physical examination

Responsibilities:

• Must be willing to attend first available CPI training when available
• Be knowledgeable of the safety rules and regulations
• Manage appropriate student behaviors
• Practice clear, concise direction for student
• Assist with student data sheet and incident reporting
• Help maintain a clean orderly bus environment

Conditions of Employment: The employee's salary and working conditions are in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Professional Agreement between the Livonia Public Schools School District and the Livonia Paraprofessionals' Association.