Assistant Director of Transportation, Student Safety and Support bei Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's degree from a recognized, accredited college or university preferred.
2. Texas certification in education with three (3) years of successful experience in teaching and classroom management preferred.
3. Three (3) years of successful experience working with student disabilities in a public­ school setting preferred.
4. TEA certification in mid-management or special education in a public school setting preferred.
5. Recognize the functions of behavior and develop appropriate interventions.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral theory and applied behavioral analysis.
7. Demonstrated compassion for working with all students, specifically special education students and students who exhibit behavior challenges.
8. Possess and demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication (including verbal and written), and organizational skills.
9. Demonstrated skills in leading, motivating, and training others.
10. Ability to handle intense emotional situations.
11. Demonstrated stress management skills.
12. Must have a clear and valid Texas Driver's license.
13. Follows District policies and department guidelines and procedures.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:                      

250 days

SALARY/PAY GRADE:

$89,936 (BA-6)

Salary (based on verifiable job-related experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Regular communication with the staff of all CFISD transportation centers to determine appropriate action plans in ensuring student riders are successful on the buses.
2. Provide direct support to students, parents, school personnel, and community members through regular communication and meetings to discuss the challenges and progress of student riders.
3. Utilize and model de-escalation methods in conversations as necessary.
4. Follow-up with campuses regarding behavior reports submitted by bus drivers.
5. Serve as a bus attendant on bus routes that have been determined as challenging to provide assistance and feedback, monitor student interactions, and intervene as necessary.
6. Demonstrate positive behavioral intervention techniques and model appropriate behavior when assisting with challenging situations on the buses.
7. Develop activities and celebrations appropriate for the bus ride, including the spotlight on positive student behavior.
8. Implement the District's character development program for the bus ride.
9. Provide support to all center special education supervisors, drivers, and attendants.
10. Lead monthly meetings regarding topics pertaining to special education.
11. Represent Transportation at campus IEP meetings as necessary.
12. Collect and interpret data as it pertains to student behavior and special education on buses.
13. Consult district and outside resource people regarding the education, social, medical, and personal needs of students, as needed.
14. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and department guidelines.
15. Lead monthly behavior management courses for transportation employees in conjunction with the Transportation training division.
16. Lead CPI training as it pertains to the school bus.
17. Lead training sessions for bus attendants, bus drivers, and administrative staff (transportation and district-wide) through meetings and department in-service.
18. Work in conjunction with other district departments (Student Services, Psychological Services/Counseling) to provide training opportunities for all transportation staff.
19. Provide regular feedback and communication to department administrators as required.
20. Provide input to department administration, including Human Resources and Training division, to ensure the success of all employees.
21. Involvement and support of District and department initiatives.
22. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
23. Maintain confidentiality.
24. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
25. Perform other duties as assigned. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Continual sitting, reaching, standing, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outdoors and indoors. Moderate exposure to noise, extreme temperatures, and vehicle fumes. Frequent prolonged and irregular work hours (some nights and weekends as required).

DEADLINE TO APPLY:      

Until filled.

Applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

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