#949- Educational Assistant Bus Aide - Vacancy ID: 266036

This position requires a person capable of working with student(s) with disabilities (emotional, learning, physical, behavioral, or orthopedic needs).  Capable of effectively handling aggressive and potentially violent outbursts and behavior.  Capable of physically restraining a child if necessary as well as the ability to assist with toileting and/or changing of diapers.  Interpersonal skills to deal courteously, cooperatively and effectively with students, co-workers, teachers, administrators and the public.  Background in behavior management desirable.  A special area of interest should be a strong desire to work with special education students.  The applicant must be licensed or qualified to receive certification as a Special Education Aide per DPI regulations.  DPI Certification may be obtained after offer of employment.  A High School diploma is required.  The District Teacher Aide Test is not required for this position.  The following special traits are strongly recommended in the successful applicant.

1.       Physical Strength

2.       Exceptional Emotional Control

3.       The ability to Exercise Good Judgment in potentially volatile situations.

COMPENSATION:  Wage will be in compliance with the employee handbook for the time worked.  The position is Monday through Friday when school is in session.  The position is a split shift, riding with morning and afternoon transportation of students to special programs within or outside the District.  Schedule is approximately 6:15am – 8:00am and 2:30pm – 4:15pm, (average 3.5 hrs/day) but may vary according to daily school schedule when school is in session.