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Special Education 1:1 Paraeducator Bus Duty (8808 Sped)

Young World Physical Education, Vancouver, WA, United States


Special Education 1:1 Paraeducator Bus Duty (8808 Sped)
Mountain View High School – Vancouver, Washington

Job Details

Job ID: 5647471

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description
TITLE:

Special Education 1:1 Paraeducator Bus Duty

LOCATION:

Mountain View High School

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal/Transportation Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:

High School

Hours / Work Times

1.75 Hours Per Day (7:55 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.)

.91 Hours on Early-Release Days (7:55 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. and 1:05 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.)

190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

Position Status:

1:1 Support

Position Duration:

Temporary

Classification Group:

Paraeducators Class II

Salary Placement:

New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the classification salary range. Employees with prior years of service of similar occupational experience may receive experience credit towards salary step placement.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, basic long‑term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Additional information is available from EPS Benefits Information.

Employees may be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employee‑eligible employer‑employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

Paid holidays and paid time off, including sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave, with additional negotiated leave options available under the PSE Large Group CBA.

Employee assistance program, tuition assistance, and other benefits as per district policy.

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.

Assume the role of bus assistant for Special Education students, riding the bus and assisting the driver on the regular home‑to‑school run and during emergencies and/or evacuations.

Assist the driver in loading and unloading wheelchair‑bound students on and off the bus, and maintain a positive climate for students during transport.

Act quickly and remain aware of surroundings to ensure student safety.

Complete daily individual student behavior management forms and submit them to the supervisor.

Implement and monitor student behavioral management plans in accordance with each student’s Individual Education Program (IEP).

Attend conferences with administrators, parents, and students when necessary.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.

Demonstrated ability to work with and supervise students.

Previous experience working with behaviorally disabled students preferred.

Personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, cooperativeness, and confidentiality.

Demonstrated competency in completing paperwork accurately.

Physical strength and ability to assist bus driver in loading and unloading wheelchair‑bound students and manage potentially aggressive student behavior.

Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.

Physical Demands

Vision (66‑100%)

Hearing (66‑100%)

Speaking (66‑100%)

Sitting (33‑66%)

Standing (33‑66%)

Walking (33‑66%)

Writing (Up to 33%)

Bending (Up to 33%)

Stooping (Up to 33%)

Risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.

Lifting up to 75 lbs. with assistance (66‑100%)

Mental Demands

Verbal Communication (66‑100%)

Written Communication (66‑100%)

Reading (66‑100%)

Confidentiality (66‑100%)

Percentages of requirements of physical and mental tasks are estimates. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability will be considered to enable fulfillment of essential functions.

Tools and Equipment

Telephone, typewriter, copy machines, paper, pens/pencils, clipboard, and other tools necessary to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Cultural Competence and Equity

Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about others’ identities.

Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects, and values diversity.

Participates in activities and discussions that foster increased cultural competence.

Demonstrates commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.

Recognizes each person as a unique individual while honoring group cultural heritage.

Adept at establishing positive relationships regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation, or religious belief, with a commitment to equal opportunity for all.

Nondiscrimination Statement
Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. Equal access is provided to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Position Type
Part‑Time

Salary
$24.46 to $31.06 Per Hour / Per Negotiated

Job Categories
Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

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