Bus Aide

Part-time positions (2-4 hours per day).

About the Role

The Bus Aide provides support to the instructional process with specific responsibilities for ensuring the safety and welfare of students in transit to and/or from school, and communicating observations and/or incidents that may impact the general well-being of students. This job reports to the Director of Transportation.

Responsibilities

• Communicates safety and security policies and enforcement procedures to students, staff, and visitors to ensure understanding and potential consequences of violations.
• Monitors student behavior entering and exiting the bus area to ensure compliance with guidelines and maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to convey and gather information required for job functions.
• Refers incidents (e.g., personal injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, rule violations) to appropriate school personnel for follow-up in accordance with administrative, security, and student safety guidelines.
• Responds positively to all children to encourage and support a positive attitude toward education.
• Responds to various situations (e.g., accidents, injuries, vandalism, suspicious activities) to resolve immediate safety and/or security concerns.
• Assists other personnel as required to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.

Requirements

• Skills required to perform multiple tasks, occasionally upgrading skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills include adhering to safety practices, administering first aid, and enforcing rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of basic math, reading and following instructions, and understanding multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge includes safety practices and procedures, and traffic laws.
• Ability to schedule activities/meetings, collate data, and use basic job-related equipment. Flexibility to work with diverse individuals and data, and operate equipment using defined methods.
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues and create action plans, following prescribed guidelines.
• Ability to display tact and courtesy, attention to detail, sound emotional control, superior human relations skills with people of all ages, and maintain confidentiality.
• Patience, critical thinking, initiative, and ability to manage a large group of middle school students in a spacious environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Job-related experience is desired.
• Required certifications: CPR/First Aid Certificate, Bloodborne Pathogens Training & Testing, Diabetes Training & Testing, Homeless Training & Testing.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

Work Environment

The role requires some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, with significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job involves 0% sitting, 70% walking, and 30% standing. The position is performed under temperature extremes and conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Pay

$19.20 - $31.70 per hour.