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Position Type:

Support Staff/Special Education Transportation Paraprofessional

Date Posted:

9/30/2019

Location:

Livonia Public Schools - Transportation

Closing Date:

Until filled.

District:

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POSITION

Livonia Public Schools is seeking highly qualified Transportation Paraprofessionals who are responsible for a variety of duties in supporting student needs. The paraprofessional works closely with bus drivers and Student Services staff to assist with supporting students on their way to and from school. The transportation paraprofessional may support students' behavioral, medical, and physical needs while on the bus and transitioning both to and from the bus.

DISTRICT OVERVIEW

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 14,380 students pre K-post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center and 1 vocational and transition center in the School District. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $152 million, with a state funding of $8,289 per pupil.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Administration in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

* Applicants must have met at least one of the following:
* A high school diploma or GED and
* A passing score on the Basic Skills Test MTTC; or
* A passing score of at least 480 on the evidence-based reading and writing section of the SAT and 530 on the mathematics section in lieu of the Basic Skills Test or Professional Readiness Exam; or
* A passing score of 460 on the ETS Parapro Assessment

* Complete at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours)
* Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree

* A passionate commitment to working with students
* Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships
* Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
* Strong verbal skills
* Possess a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Develops positive relationships with students and staff
* Assists driver with loading and unloading students
* Safely secures wheelchairs in position
* Follows the student's Individualize Education Plan, Behavior Intervention Plan, or other mandated plan
* Helps manage behavior on the bus
* Utilizes patience, judgment and flexibility in dealing with students
* Performs other functions as assigned

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The employee's salary and working conditions, including hours and work year, are in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Professional Agreement between the Livonia Public Schools School District and the Livonia Paraprofessionals' Association. The deadline for applications for initial consideration is 4:00 pm on October 22, 2019. This position will remain open until all positions are filled.

APPLICATIONS PROCESS:

All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed via the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All

applicants must also attach a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three letters of recommendation to their

online application.

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The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at . The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at .