Exceptional Children- Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver (6 hour/Day)

Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant (6 Hour)Exceptional Children TeamTitle: Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant (6 Hours/Day)Reports to: PrincipalTerms of Employment: Full Time (6 hours)Salary: $16.07-$17.82/HRFLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-ExemptQualifications:Graduation from high schoolAssociate's Degree, orCompletion of 48 semester hours of college creditsMust be at least twenty-one (21) years old with three (3) years driving experienceMust possess or be willing to obtain a current North Carolina commercial driver's license with proper endorsements and a current Bus Drivers Pocket CardMust pass a DOT drug and alcohol testingMust never have been convicted of a DWI OffenseSupervises:NoneEssential Job Functions:Instructional AssistanceCooperates in developing procedures for the classroomAssists in the preparation of materialsMaintains awareness of goals and objectives of supervising teacherAssists in implementing the planned programProvides information to teacher(s) concerning program evaluationParticipates in and facilitates activities to improve effectiveness of the total school programCarries out student supervisory duties in a prompt and responsible manner to ensure a safe and healthful environmentClerical/Technical AssistanceCollects and records money according to established proceduresMaintains classroom files and records in accordance with applicable rules, laws, and regulationsDemonstrates technical skill in operating equipmentAssembles materials to maximize their useGeneral Classroom AssistanceExhibits positive behavior toward children, parents, staff and administratorsRepresents the needs of school and children to parents and the community in a positive mannerConducts self as a positive role model in the school and communityAssists students with understanding, interpreting and adhering to laws, rules, and regulationsShares the responsibility for school cleanliness and neatnessAssists in developing good housekeeping skills and regard for the environment both inside and outside the classroomBus DrivingMaintains proficiency in driving skillsIs responsible for completing all reports relating to transportationEnsures safety and care of students boarding, riding, and departing school busMaintains a high standard of student conduct at all timesDischarges students only at the authorized school or bus stop locationsTransports only authorized studentsReports infractions of school bus safety rules to the principal or designeeObeys all traffic laws and school bus regulations while operating the school busOperates the school bus on the assigned route(s) and schedule as provided by the Transportation OfficeAttends bus safety meetingsInforms Transportation Specialist or TIMS Manager of any students added or deleted from route which may necessitate a change in route or bus stopAccepts responsibility for securing the school bus before leaving the vehicle at the conclusion of a run or routeAccepts responsibility for reporting observable mechanical defects or failures on the school busMaintains acceptable relations with parents/guardians of students transported and with school personnelPerforms all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisorPhysical and Cognitive Requirements:The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to the Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver job classification within Hoke County Schools. Work in this classification is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.Must be able to:Walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, kneel, crouch, key requiring repetitive motionsUse visual acuity in preparing and analyzing written or computer dataVisually inspect small defects and/or small partsOperate a variety of machines, motor vehicles, hand, and job specific equipment and toolsDetermine the accuracy and thoroughness of workObserve general surroundings and activitiesCommunicate by spoken word to express or exchange ideas and convey detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quicklySafely work in situations of exposure to blood borne pathogens which may require specialized personal protective equipmentCommunicate effectively and efficiently, both orally and in writingEstablish positive relationships with studentsDeal with people beyond giving and receiving instructionsPerform under stress, deal with persons acting under stress and adapt when confronted with emergency situationsWork with both children and adults with disabilitiesTalk and hear: (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear.)DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.