Transportation Paraprofessional

Assist Bus Driver

Assist Bus Driver by providing direct care of student passengers who may be unable to care for themselves due to their age and/or disabilities and thereby ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for all passengers; by providing direct supervision and immediate care of student passengers during loading/unloading procedures and while in route; and by assisting with documentation, communications, and other duties relating to the safety and welfare of students. Provide care and assistance to passengers to and from the bus, while crossing streets, and during transportation. Assist Bus Driver with pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the safe operations of the vehicle and equipment. Physically check bus after each stop to ensure that no student is left behind or has left his/her belongings in the bus. Assist students having special needs with adaptive equipment and/or monitoring students who may have other medical, physical, emotional, or behavioral needs. Provide structure and coaching to refocus students behaving inappropriately. Communicate with parents and teachers regarding students needs and/or behaviors. Assist Bus Driver and Substitute Drivers with route sheets and emergency information packets. Assist Bus Driver and maintain required paperwork, emergency information, and documentation. Perform other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent required. 2 years of high school, vocational school, or equivalent on the job training and experience preferred. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment physical. Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check. No experience required. Experience working with children preferred. Ability to work with students and students with special needs. Ability to follow directions, appropriately manage student behavior, and make quick decisions in emergency situations. Operating knowledge of wheelchair lifts, tie downs, and other adaptive equipment required within 90 days after hire. CPR and First Aid certification preferred at time of hire or able to obtain within 90 days of hire.