Substitute Transportation Education Assistant

Brainerd Public Schools; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools is seeking a Substitute Transportation Education Assistant to support morning, mid-day, and afternoon bus routes district-wide. The role focuses on safe student transport and supervising students with disabilities throughout the route.

The position requires a high school diploma with preferred ParaPro or college credits; experience with disabilities is valued. Compensation is $15.00 per hour, ESST/sick leave eligibility, and a strong emphasis on safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 60 college credits or ParaPro exam preferred.
• Experience working with or exposure to persons with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clearly articulate expectations to students.
• Apply common sense reasoning with behavioral situations.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with students, staff and community.
• Attend assignments regularly and on time.
• Assist students on the bus; buckle seat belts and secure seats.
• Supervise students for safe transport to and from home.
• Observe bus rider rules and monitor student behavior.
• Know emergency equipment locations and how to use the 2-way radio.
• Prepare required forms; maintain a roster with student information.
• Keep student information confidential; participate in annual training.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Education

HS Diploma

60 college credits

ParaPro exam

Job description

Assignment Details

Title: Substitute Transportation Education Assistant
Location: District-Wide
Hours: Morning, Mid-Day and Afternoon routes available
Compensation: $15.00 per hour
ESST/Sick Eligible

Job Summary

Transportation Paraprofessionals are assigned to a vehicle transporting students with disabilities will ensure the safe transport of students to and from home. Transportation Paraprofessionals are responsible for supervising students during the entire route.

Essential Functions

• Clearly articulate expectations to students.
• Apply common sense reasoning dealing with behavioral situations.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and community.
• Prompt, regular attendance for scheduled assignment.
• Assist students on the bus. Properly buckle seat belts, secure wheelchairs, 4-point harnesses, booster seats, and car seats. Assure that all students are on the bus prior to departure.
• Occupy the seat that provides the best opportunity for supervision and student protection while the bus is in transit.
• Observe all bus rider rules and maintain appropriate noise level.
• Monitor students' behavior and needs. Report any concerns to the school, teacher(s), or district.
• Be familiar with the location and use of emergency equipment on the bus. Know how to use the 2-way radio.
• Know the procedures for evacuating students off of the bus during an emergency.
• Help students off the bus. Check the bus for articles left behind by students.
• Prepare any forms requested by the district or school personnel. Each paraprofessional assigned to a vehicle transporting students with disabilities will maintain a roster, which includes the name, address, home phone number, and emergency phone number of each child on the bus. The copy remains on the bus to assist any substitute personnel on the bus.
• Assure all student information is kept confidential.
• Participate in annual training courses, including basic first aid and the proper methods for dealing with the specific needs and problems of students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma, preference given to those with 60 college credits or completion of ParaPro exam.
• Experience working with or exposure to persons with disabilities is preferred.