Transportation Assistant

Transportation Assistant

The Berea City School District believes that education empowers, inspires, and encourages lifelong learners to thrive in a changing global society. We are committed to attracting and supporting talented staff who contribute to the success of our students and schools. We strive to create and maintain a positive and supportive working and learning environment for all. Educational and employment opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap. Note: Qualified applicants who are disabled and require special assistance to respond to this employment announcement should contact the Berea City School District Personnel Office, View phone number on click.appcast.io.

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT HOURS: Monday - Friday - 7a-9a and 1:45p-3:45p

SALARY: Base Pay - $16.23 (Base pay) per hour to $21.71 (Step 11)

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE. See attached job description for qualifications and essential functions.

Berea City School District

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Transportation Assistant File 430

Reports to: Supervisor of Transportation

Job Objective: Monitors and assists students during bus trips.

Minimum High school diploma.

Qualifications: Meets all mandated health screening requirements.

• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Commitment to keep current with skills essential to the objectives of the position.
• Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug/alcohol test results.
• Valid state department of education permit appropriate for the assignment.
• Physical ability to safely lift and manage preschoolers and students with disabilities.
• Ability to cope with stressful traffic, weather conditions, and passenger distractions.
• Demonstrates maturity and the ability to work with students and their families.
• Ability to interact comfortably and confidently with the public.

Essential The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Checks assignments. Carefully follows directions. Seeks clarification when expectations are unclear. Takes the initiative to perform routine tasks independently.
• Advances the district's professional image. Maintains open/effective communications. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns.
• Provides appropriate student supervision. Communicates bus rules to students. Keeps supervisors informed about behavior problems.
• Responds to student requests for assistance. Avoids being intrusive. Solves concerns discreetly.
• Learns about individual students needs from available resources (e.g., staff, parent/guardian, etc.).
• Provides assistance as needed when aware of passengers with medical/health considerations.
• Assists with passenger loading/unloading. Operates the wheelchair lift. Checks and fastens seat belts. Properly secures wheelchairs and other assistance/mobility equipment before the bus starts. Reports unsafe or defective equipment.
• Learns proper procedures to assist students during emergency bus evacuations.
• Cleans up spills and deals with other conditions that may contribute to an accident.
• Assists other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.
• Promotes the proper use and care of district property. Reports discipline problems, vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other concerns.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Learns how to operate fire/safety equipment. Documents all injuries that require treatment.
• Prepares/maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work/learning environment.
• Uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills effectively.
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.
• Works efficiently with limited supervision. Prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines.

Working Conditions Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must exercise caution and comply with standard safety regulations and district procedures when involved in the following situations:

• Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors. Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interacting with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Working in/near active vehicular traffic.
• Performing tasks that require strenuous physical exertion.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Performance Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Berea City School District Board of Education. The Berea City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.