Student Support Assistant (2)

STUDENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION 1 Job Classification Title: Student Support Assistant Working Title(s): Bus Attendant, Student Support Assistant FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: A12 This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the District.

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting with the supervision of students on assigned campus.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an entry-level classification responsible for assisting with the supervision of students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the District's needs.

• In-person attendance is an essential function for this classification.
• Assists teachers and staff in the supervision of students;
• Assists with late, tardy or absent student notification, including escorting students to appropriate locations on campus;
• Monitors students on the playground, in the cafeteria, at bus pick-up and drop-off locations, and other applicable areas as needed;
• Assists children in crossing the street in established crosswalks in a safe manner;
• Sets and removes school crossing signs before and after children arrive at crosswalk;
• Assists student in the operation of lifting wheelchairs and assisting disabled children and securing other specialized equipment accompanying students;
• Greets the public and provides routine information in office settings;
• Maintains and organizes student records with confidentiality; and,
• Performs related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE

• Customer service principles.
• Basic safety principles and practices.

SKILLS

• Assisting disabled students.
• Monitoring students to ensure safety and security.
• Providing customer service. STUDENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION 2
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (for new hires at job entry)

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of directly-related education and experience.

Required Certifications/Licenses:

• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES

If assigned to Bus Attendant:

• Assists driver and students in operation of lifts for wheelchairs and assisting disabled students; and,
• Secures special equipment that may accompany the student.

If assigned to Student Support Assistant:

• Assists teachers in the supervision of students;
• Escorts children to and from various locations;
• Greets the public and provides routine information in office settings; and,
• Maintains and organize student records with confidentiality.

CLASS HISTORY INFORMATION

Created: 11/2021 Amendments:

STUDENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS 3 OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X" Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Medium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

C F O R N Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never 2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time