Instructional Assistant / Bus Driver

Pender County Schools; Surf City (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A public education institution in New Jersey seeks an Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver responsible for supporting teachers and ensuring student safety on buses. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, a CDL with a passenger endorsement, and experience working with children. The role involves driving the bus, assisting in instruction, and supervising students. This is a 10-month position with non-exempt status. Benefits include compliance with ADA for accommodations.

Qualifications

• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a passenger school bus endorsement.
• At least five years of successful experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus as assigned while adhering to safety regulations.
• Assist the teacher of record by providing individualized/group instruction.
• Supervise students and promote citizenship and social skills.
• Monitor students and keep them on task with assignments.
• Prepare and distribute instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Perform clerical duties and report incidents to the teacher/principal.

Skills

Knowledge of effective methods of working with children

Proficiency with technology to support instruction

Ability to operate a school bus

Parent communication

Bus safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree or 48 semester hours of college credit

Job description

Pender County Schools

Official Job Description

Title:

Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver

Primary Function:

To provide support to teachers in the instruction of students and ensure the safety and care of students boarding, riding, and departing school buses.

Qualifications:

• Licensing/Certification:
  • Valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
  • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger school bus endorsement and current Driver’s Pocket Card.
• Education:
  • High School Diploma with the ability to pass the WorkKeys Assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics (required).
  • Associate’s degree or 48 semester hours of college credit (preferred).
• Experience:
  • At least five (5) years of successful experience working with children or in a related field.
  • Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Essential Functions:

• Drive a school bus as assigned, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws.
• Keep the bus clean and free of debris to prevent safety hazards.
• Discharge students at authorized school or bus stop locations.
• Report all accidents to the Transportation Department.
• Assist the teacher of record by providing individualized and/or group instruction.
• Monitor and keep students on task with assigned work.
• Prepare and distribute instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Supervise students in various settings, promoting citizenship, social skills, and self-esteem.
• Perform clerical duties, administer routine first aid, and report discipline problems to the teacher and principal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of effective methods of working with children and their developmental stages.
• Working knowledge of core subjects at assigned grade levels.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, standards for school buses, and traffic laws.
• Skill in maintaining confidentiality and recording data accurately.
• Ability to consistently apply recognition, reward, and consequences.
• Proficiency with technology to support instruction.
• Ability to operate a school bus and communicate effectively with parents, students, and school personnel.

Reports To: Principal

Physical Demands:

The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee must frequently reach with hands and arms and regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lifting/moving up to 25 pounds. Additional requirements include the ability to climb, stoop, kneel, and operate vehicles of varying capacities.

Work Environment:

The employee regularly works in indoor school environments and on school buses. Noise levels may vary from minimal to moderate.

Salary Grade:

Teacher Assistant Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment:

10 months

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt.

OSHA:

The employee is not required to handle hazardous materials such as noise, asbestos, or carcinogens.

ADA:

The employer will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.