Bus Driver/Paraprofessional - Jasper County Charter System

BUS DRIVER/PARAPROFESSIONAL

Starting date 7/29/2024

Dual role position

BUS DRIVER

BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE

Provides for the safe operation of the assigned bus and control of the students while transporting to and from their assigned school or school-related function

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive the bus over designated route according to time schedule when transporting students to and from school
• Perform pre and post-trip inspections of bus as required by local department regulations
• Fuel the assigned bus as needed based upon department protocols
• Deliver bus to fleet maintenance shop as directed or scheduled for regular maintenance checks
• Submit all reports in a timely manner as defined by the department protocols
• Attend all driver safety meetings and required driver training sessions
• Operate bus in accordance with the laws of Georgia and in accordance with the policies and/or prescribed under all weather conditions
• Abide by procedures and policies regarding the safe and orderly operation of the bus including pick up and drop off procedures and loading/unloading procedures as required by local and state guidelines/laws
• Maintain a clean bus (inside and out) as prescribed by local system transportation procedures
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required
• Report delays or accidents to the Transportation Director in a timely manner
• Implement the Transportation Code of Conduct. Place any referrals for infractions with the Transportation Director
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and material
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIAL

• High school diploma or GED

CDL License

EXPERIENCE

• Positive feedback on performance of duties from previous employers

PARAPROFESSIONAL/TEACHER ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION

BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE:

To assist, support, and work closely with teachers, administrators, and other team members in providing a quality instructional program to continuously improve student achievement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively observes assigned work hours
• Follows the daily schedule as prescribed
• Adjusts to work assignments and/or schedule changes
• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by the teacher
• Provides extra assistance to students with exceptionalities, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and/or mental disabilities, and 504 Plans
• Assists as directed by the supervising teacher in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the IEP team
• Assists the teacher in preparing materials and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing and/or grouping materials to support instructional activities planned by the teacher
• Assists identified students with transporting materials or supplies as needed
• Assists identified students with specific personal and physical needs
• Assists with bulletin boards and decorations for instructional purposes and for special events
• Supervises students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
• Communicates clearly and positively with students and all stakeholders
• Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, class change and clothing routines
• Serves as a source of information and assists any substitute teacher assigned to the class
• Attends staff meetings, and serves on committees as required
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher, Principal or his/her designee
• Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environment and community
• Maintains a cooperative working relationship with Principal, supervising teacher, students, parents, staff and public
• Participates in professional learning activities which align with school improvement goals
• Demonstrates a positive attitude toward work assignment
• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting could be required
• Accepts responsibility for the work assigned and accepts constructive criticism
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

CREDENTIALS

Possess Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate

EDUCATION

Must meet educational requirements as related to certification