Itinerant Transportation/Classroom Aide with Autism and CPI Certification

TOTAL COMPENSATION: Salary based on experience and education level per PCBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. Please use the following link for further details Benefits and Salaries | Pendleton County Schools. This position is eligible for split shift. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 2026-2027 School Year, 200 Day Contract for the 2026-2027 and each year thereafter

QUALIFICATIONS: Currently hold or previously held classification of Aide, or passage of state competency exam for Aide Must be able to lift 50 lbs. High School Graduate or GED. Physically fit to perform duties. Pass criminal background check. Before beginning any job assignment, applicant must be adult and child CPR/AED/First Aid certified or be willing to become certified Must complete transportation training requirements

WORK HOURS: NFES 7:00 a.m. Board Bus, ride to PMCHS. Arrive at PCMHS 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m.-11:00 (Split), 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (Lunch), 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Principal may adjust these times based on school needs). The Aide assigned to a school bus assist with the supervision of student passenger on the bus, including securing student passenger in various types of restraint and is required to provide specialized care training as needed. Hired employees for this position may catch the bus at the bus garage, board property along the route, or a mutually agreed upon location. Once the route is complete the individual will be an aide in a classroom(s). The principal will develop the schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent Must successfully pass state competency test for aideprior to employment and will work toward an autism mentor and CPI certification within 2 years of employment; hold or qualify for aide certification according to WV Code. Applicants who have unsatisfactory evaluations in the past year will not be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligiblefor consideration additional, minimum requirements for applicants not currently employed: applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration; the ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the job description, with or without reasonable accommodations. Ability to pass a criminal background check. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES Provide students with individualized attention Participate and become certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (CPI) Set up and operate equipment Assist student to and from the bus Remain aware and alert of medication administered to student Delegated, trained, and required to administer medication to a student as needed Assist in lifting student Secure students in car seats, seat belts, harnesses, etc., while in transport Secure wheelchairs safely for transport Practice good safety habits and have knowledge of basic first aid Help maintain an up-to-date inventory Possess strong oral and written communication skills Maintain familiarity with personnel policies and procedures Maintain confidentiality Work collaboratively with the Special Education Director to maintain daily documentation records for Medicaid Assist with supervision of student passengers on buses and maintain a safe traveling environment Attend in-services and workshops as directed Maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA Regulations Communicate positively with students and school staff Demonstrate patience while working with children. Willingness to learn new skills; flexibility and perform a variety of tasks. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and staff members. Oral and written communication skills consistent with the duties of this position. Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the principal/transportation supervisor/Special Education Director PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50 pounds (100 pounds vertically for Special Education and Transportation positions) of materials, children, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: The following performance standards and indicators further define the job responsibilities of an aide. Work Habits Observes assigned work hours. Complies with Pendleton County School policies governing employment. Is knowledgeable of rules governing the aide position. Met daily schedule as prescribed. Adjusts to work assignments and/or schedule changes. Performance Assume responsibility for supervising students. Demonstrates the ability to plan and prioritize his/her daily activities (effective use of time/effort). Respects the confidentiality of information associated with schools/students. Utilizes basic methods and procedures prescribed for the instructional setting in which he/she works. Can exhibit competence in the subject area(s) in which he/she is assigned. Is competent in the area of record keeping as it pertains to student programs. Demonstrates a warm and receptive attitude toward children. Maintains a cooperative working relationship with principal, supervising teacher, students, parents, general staff and public. Works well with minimum supervision. Effectively performs duties assigned by the supervising teacher/principal. Is knowledgeable in the operation/care of equipment. Exhibits competence in controlling students. Training and Experience Participates in courses, seminars, and workshops in the areas of learning theory. Strives to improve instructional performance. Participates in staff development provided by the county. Participates in college courses/training required to advance in the aide classification and/or better preparation for job assignments. Attends in-service meetings and seminars. Personal Qualities Possesses physical/emotional health necessary for effective job performance. Demonstrates a positive attitude toward his/her work assignment. Accepts responsibility for the work assigned. Maintains appropriate appearance and personal hygiene.