Associate, Special Education Transportation

INDIANOLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description Position Title:

Associate, Special Education Transportation Department:

Transportation Special Education Reports To:

Transportation Director SUMMARY :

Provides assistance and supports to students under the direct supervision of the bus driver.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned. Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis. Supervises and monitors students in a variety of settings and accompanies them as they move about the bus. Assist bus driver in organizing and maintaining physical spaces. Assist certified personnel in implementing students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Assists students in generalizing and reinforcing skills across settings. Provides communication and social skills supports. Assists certified personnel in preparing and implementing accommodations and modifications prescribed by students' IEPs. Assists certified personnel in the collection and recording of progress monitoring data using metrics prescribed by students' IEPs. Uses specialized equipment to support the unique needs and abilities of entitled students. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities daily. Works as a team member on building level committee and collegial activities within the building and District. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations. Meets core expectations for all staff reflected in Iowa Administrative Code, Board Policy, and the district performance evaluation system.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

: Supervises students during bus ride to and from school and activity trips.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

: High school diploma.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

: Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

: SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in specialized health care equipment; operating assistive technology devices and equipment; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE

is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: basic needs and behavior of children with severe physical, cognitive or vision disabilities; assistive technology devices; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; and basic child development theory and principles, as needed. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 35% sitting, 30% walking, and 35% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere.

EXPERIENCE

: None specified

EDUCATION

: High school diploma/GED

REQUIRED TESTING

: None specified.

CERTIFICATIONS

: None specified

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING

: Prescribed training modules

CLEARANCES

: Background Check Bloodborne Pathogens Training Seclusion and Restraint (i.e. Chapter 103) training Mandatory Reporter Training -

Child Abuse Prescribed District Training Modules FLSA Status :

Non-Exempt Salary :

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