Van Aide at Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Title Code:Aide: VanThis posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.JOB SUMMARYAssists Special education McKinney-Vento and Non-public students during their transportation to and from school. Work involves responsibility for physically aiding special needs students when boarding and exiting the alternative school vehicle and for overseeing the students to provide the alternative school vehicle driver freedom to operate the vehicle safely. Exercises constant alertness to students physical/emotional difficulties and mental limitations and is prepared to act promptly in the event of medical issues and other problems. The nature of the work may require stooping pushing pulling carrying bending lifting and sustaining 40 lbs. independently as well as assisting students in wheelchairs by pushing/pulling of various weights up to and including persons in excess of 200lbs.Additional Work Days/HoursBased on the assignment the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:EmergenciesExtended hoursOvertime as neededSummer hoursESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESAssists students when boarding and exiting the alternative school vehicle occasionally lifting them when necessary and/or operating mechanical lift apparatus.Assigns students to seats and adjusts safety straps and ensure seat belts are worn properly.Safely store crutches orthopedic aids and student possessions.Observes students during their transportation and reacts promptly to behavioral and/or physical needs.Assists students during medical emergencies.Ensures students requiring a method of transportation change at a shuttle point are safely and properly transferred to the correct vehicle.May assist or prepare reports of behavioral problems encountered with the students during their transportation to and from school.Attends required in-service training and workshops as established by the Transportation Division.Works cooperatively with alternative vehicle drivers parents students and other staff members.Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate preferred.ExperienceOne (1) year knowledge of and/or experience in dealing with special needs students preferred.Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other CharacteristicsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to exercise considerable patience and to assist the physically emotionally and mentally handicapped students during their transportation to and from school.Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents.Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing Microsoft Office Suite -Word Excel Outlook and/or PowerPoint preferred).Licenses and CertificationsEmployee must retain active licenses certifications and enrollment as a condition of employment.Hold or be eligible for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification issued by American Heart Association Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers required; andHold or be eligible for First Aid Certification issued by American Heart Association Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers required.Hold or be eligible for Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification issued by AACPS/Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) preferred.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONSThe physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical DemandsWalking: under 1/3 percent of the timeSitting: under 1/3 percent of the timePushing: under 1/3 percent of the timePulling: under 1/3 percent of the timeReaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 percent of the timeBending: under 1/3 percent of the timeTalking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the timeHearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the timeRepetitive Motions: under 1/3 percent of the timeAs required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.VisionThe vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.No special vision requirementsWork EnvironmentLocationOffice school or similar indoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the timeOutdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the timeStreet environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the timeExposureOutdoor weather conditions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the timeNoise LevelQuiet: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the timeWeight & ForceLifting and carrying requirementsMore than 100 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the timeJOB INFORMATIONApproved Date:11/1/2022Established Date:6/1/2022Title Code:E03508Title:AIDE: VANReports to Generic:SupervisorReports to Specific:SUPERVISOR: TRANSPORTATIONORGANIZATIONDivision:Business OperationsBusiness Unit:TransportationDepartment:OperationsNegotiated Agreement:American Federation of State County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)HR JOB INFORMATIONUnit:IIIDays Worked:260FLSA Exemption Status:Non-ExemptGrade:AG06 ClickHEREto view Terms of Employment Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME)Essential Job:Months Worked:12Hours Worked:7Job Family:Transportation ServicesSub-Function:Bus/Van Drivers/AssistantsVR#26046 Key Skills Culinary Experience,Restaurant Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Food Service,Kitchen Experience,Dietary Aide Experience,Serving Experience,Cooking,Dietary Department Experience,Sanitation,Food Production Experience,Meal Preparation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1