Paraprofessional - Transportation Assistant

4 weeks ago

New York, United States YAI Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • Reports to student lobby daily during assigned times to receive daily transportation post assignment from Transportation Liaison in weather-appropriate attire.
  • Performs various transportation-related duties as required by post on a rotating basis based on coverage needs, including indoor and outdoor assignments.
  • During arrivals and dismissals, adheres to all Transportation Safety Rules, as posted, wears safety vest and neon iHOPE identification lanyard to ensure visibility and performs the following duties, as required during post assignments:
    • Surveys traffic conditions on neighboring blocks and cross streets as needed to plan for arrivals and dismissal.
    • Directs buses to loading zones and maintains flow of traffic using handheld stop signs and following safety protocols.
    • Directs paraprofessionals to buses with students who need assistance.
    • Enforces safety guidelines when students are getting off or on the lift, ensuring drivers lock wheelchairs and reminding paraprofessionals to stay with their students until they have fully boarded the bus.
    • Verifies identification to ensure that only authorized individuals are escorting students to and from the building.
    • Supports all transportation communication needs through efficient use of the radio, relaying messages to and from drivers, matrons, parents and/or staff and by calling bus companies for an ETA when buses are late; Reports all updates to the transportation liaison.
    • Reports on and tracks bus routes in that are in the lineup.
    • Assists with completing the Daily Student Attendance tracker as assigned.
    • Assists with the adaptation and execution of any last-minute protocol changes in order to accommodate traffic needs in the area based on events or emergencies throughout NYC.
  • During the remainder of the school day, supports assigned student as they work to achieve the goals set by the student’s teacher(s) and related service team performing the following duties:
    • Assists in the implementation of the student’s individualized IEP at the discretion and direction of supervisors, teacher(s)/instructor(s), and administrators.
    • Provides support for the individual student inside and outside of the classroom to enable the student to fully participate in school activities.
    • Provides support for the individual student in daily therapy and/or related service sessions.
    • Supports the student throughout academic instruction/assignments under the supervision of the student’s teacher(s).
    • Assists the student’s therapists with related service sessions, transferring and/or positioning the student throughout the day.
    • Assists the student with self-care (including using the restroom, basic hygiene, feeding, etc.).
    • Follows all appropriate policies and procedures relating to the care and safety of their assigned student and the student’s management needs.
    • Ensures that the student and their supplies are kept neat and clean throughout the day.
    • Ensures that the assigned student’s specific management needs are met throughout the day.
    • Ensures that the student is fed appropriately throughout the day.
    • Ensures that the student’s safety is maintained at all times.
  • Performs all other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)

  • High school Diploma/GED or equivalent
  • Able to work with a great degree of independence and focus
  • Willing and able to perform duties of all transportation-related posts, including post assignments outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to give direction to others and assist with phone calls and maintain a professional attitude at all times
  • Able to remain calm under pressure
  • Strong problem-solving skills, able to implement last minute changes due to traffic issues
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs

Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)

  • Associate’s Degree
  • One to three years of relevant healthcare, childcare and/or other school-based experience
  • First Aid CPR AED

Compensation starts at $17.21 hourly.

Company DescriptionYAI has been dedicated to providing innovative services for the intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD) community since its founding in 1957 at a time when institutional living was the norm for people with I/DD. Operating in New York State, northern New Jersey, and California, YAI has a team of over 4,000 employees and supports over 20,000 people of all ages in the I/DD community today.Company DescriptionYAI has been dedicated to providing innovative services for the intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD) community since its founding in 1957 at a time when institutional living was the norm for people with I/DD. Operating in New York State, northern New Jersey, and California, YAI has a team of over 4,000 employees and supports over 20,000 people of all ages in the I/DD community today.

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