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Fort Dodge Community School District Bus Paraeducator in Fort Dodge, Iowa
Bus Paraeducator
Supervisor:Building Administrator Contract Length: 190 days, or as assigned Job Classification: Paraeducator FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.
Job Summary
Ride the bus in the Morning and afternoon. Hours are 6:30 am to 8 am and 2:30 PM to 4 PM. Fill out appropriate medcaid forms. Manage the children on the bus.
Compensation
- $14.22/hr (+$0.40 extra for 60+ college credit and$0.30 for Para Certification)
- All positionsassigned 30 or more hours weekly (typically 6 hours daily) are eligible for a fullbenefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid leave.
Essential Functions
- Riding as an attendant on a special education bus.
- Providing safety and supervision on a bus route.
- Assist in implementing consistent behavior management strategies and procedures.
- Chart/graph student riding dates.
- Perform personal care duties for students with disabilities, as needed.
- Correctly position students with physical disabilities.
- Implement strategies to maintain/increase appropriate behavior and reduce inappropriate behavior.
- Supervise students in waiting areas and transfer points.
- Follow directions from teachers, drivers and administrators.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Attend work on a prompt and reliable basis.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to engage students with special needs
- Ability to carry out duties cooperatively with others
- Ability to follow health, safety, and emergency procedures
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills