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About the EmployerWelcome to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District website. We are the largest school district in Santa Barbara County with about 17,500 pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In the heart of the coastal agricultural area, we celebrate our families and the support they provide to the students of the District. The District is comprised of seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high. The district is committed to a high-quality education for each student to develop students who are prepared for limitless possibilities and achievements using their unique gifts and talents to develop skills to reach their maximum potential. Our Beliefs We believe each person has inherent value and deserves respect. We believe all people belong, have a voice and can contribute. We believe every person has the power and responsibility to take action and make a positive impact. We believe equity is essential for all persons to thrive. We believe honesty and integrity build trust. We believe physical and emotional safety is foundational for personal fulfillment. We believe excellence comes from curiosity, experience, and perseverance. We believe that developing empathy inspires a kind community. We believe service is an act of love. We believe that there is strength and power in cultural diversity. We believe that a unified community inspires hope and faith. Our Mission The Mission of Santa Maria-Bonita School District, as the unifying force that cultivates and enriches our diverse community, is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and developing the skills to reach their maximum potential through a student-centered culture distinguished by a whole child approach an inclusive environment community and family engagement transformational innovation and highly effective staff Parameters We will make decisions based on what is best for students. We will welcome all people with dignity and respect. We will practice responsible stewardship of all our resources. We will embrace, practice, and model integrity. We will not compromise our commitment to excellence.Job Summary*External candidates will only be screened if no internal candidate is chosen. BASIC FUNCTION Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide supervision of students in the cafeteria, on the playground, or on school buses; and to do related work as required. Student Supervision Aides are responsible for supervising students in school cafeterias, on school playgrounds, during emergencies, or while traveling to and from classes on school buses. Incumbents do not report to a classroom teacher and do not provide academic supportive functions, but are instead primarily responsible for supervising students' behavior and ensuring students' safety.Job Description / Essential Elements: Santa Maria-Bonita School DistrictSTUDENT SUPERVISION AIDEBASIC FUNCTIONUnder the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide supervision of students in the cafeteria, on the playground, or on school buses; and to do related work as required. Student Supervision Aides are responsible for supervising students in school cafeterias, on school playgrounds, during emergencies, or while traveling to and from classes on school buses. Incumbents do not report to a classroom teacher and do not provide academic supportive functions, but are instead primarily responsible for supervising students' behavior and ensuring students' safety.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Supervises students in the cafeteria or other areas where children are eating lunch EOversees students' seating arrangements EAssists younger children with lunch, as needed ESupervises students on the playground EEnforces safety regulations and fair play ETakes care of minor injuries and secures assistance for injured children EChecks restrooms ESees that children do not leave school grounds without permission EMakes sure no unauthorized persons are on school grounds EMay assist in cleaning tables, chairs/benches, other equipment, and spills EEscorts and/or assists students on and off school buses EFastens seat belts and ensures that they remain fastened EChecks to see that students remove personal belongings upon leaving the bus EReceives and relays messages EMaintains discipline and order EMeets students physical and emotional needs EPerform related duties as assigned EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEAny combination equivalent to Graduation from High School and some experience in working with children.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTMinimum age 21KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESKnowledge of:Cafeteria, playground and/or school bus procedures;The general needs and behavior of children;Basic first aid.Ability to:Work effectively with children;Work cooperatively with others;Communicate effectively with children and adults;Supervise and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures;Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups;Follow oral and written directions.WORKING CONDITIONSEnvironment:Indoor/outdoor/adverse weather environments;Regular exposure to sun, wind, rain, dust;Background noise.Physical Abilities:Standing or walking for extended periods of time;Carrying, pushing or pulling materials, supplies and equipment;Seeing to monitor student activities;Hearing and speaking to exchange information and monitor student activities;Bending at the waist and kneeling or crouching to assist students.Hazards:Potential exposure to communicable diseases and contact with blood and other bodily fluids;Playground equipment;Thrown/kicked balls and other objects.Range SS (Student Supervision Salary Schedule)Requirements / QualificationsProof of HS GraduationComments and Other InformationPlease be advised that incomplete applications will not be considered for review. Although your application will be fully evaluated, we recommend including a resume, a cover letter, and letters of recommendation. These documents will provide us with a comprehensive understanding of your qualifications and experiences. Thank you for your attention to these documents, and we look forward to reviewing your completed application. TITLE IX - EQUAL EDUCATION / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office/ Title 9 Compliance Officer: Mark Palmerston Director of Pupil Personnel Services 708 S. Miller Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-361-8141 El Distrito Escolar de Santa María-Bonita prohíbe la discriminación, intimidación, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen étnico, género, expresión de género, identidad de género, información genética, estado de inmigración, estado civil, información médica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociación con una persona o grupo con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comuníquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Título 9: Mark Palmerston Director de Servicios Estudiantiles 708 S. Miller Santa María, CA 93454 805-361-8141