Student Transportation Assistant Specialized Health presso Westminster School District

WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 8,200 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including two dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students to become innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.

THE POSITION: Under the general direction of the Transportation Supervisor, assists the Bus Driver in the transportation of special education students needing special attention and care on buses. Recognize and meet the special needs of the children being transported; and performs related duties as required or assigned. Positions in this class are distinguished from other Student Transportation Assistant positions by assignment to perform special physical health procedures for students; maintain health records and files; and do related work as required, under the direction of the credentialed school nurse.

THE EXAMINATION: Candidates may be assessed on their understanding of child behavior, their ability to collaborate with children and staff, and their skills in handling emergency situations. The examination may also cover the following areas: effectively supporting students with special needs, identifying and resolving problems, following both written and verbal instructions, and demonstrating flexibility, patience, sound judgment, and sensitivity in various situations. Passing a Specialized Health Training course provided by the district nurse is required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Written and Oral exam notifications will be sent through the EdJoin email, please check often.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination equivalent to: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) AND paid or volunteer experience working with children, and/or coursework in child psychology or similar subject matter areas. Courses in health services are desirable. **Must be able to work a split-shift position -- approximate hours: 6:30-8:30 am and 1:00-3:30 pm.** LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A valid First-aid Certificate issued by the American Red Cross or its equivalent, or completion of the Westminster School District's basic first-aid training program. CPR certification. Certifications will be updated and maintained. Successfully complete district basic training within the first six months of employment.

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Please note *If you are contracted with Maxim/Amergis and work at Westminster School District, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application for employment* Westminster School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610). Rich Montgomery, Deputy Superintendent 14121 Cedarwood Street Westminster, CA 92683 [email protected] 714-894-7311 x1160