Bus Assistant

Responsibilities

• Aid students in entering or exiting the bus safely.
• Show highest ethical standards and personal integrity; report suspicious or inappropriate behavior to supervisor or manager.
• Secure students using seat belts, car seats, or wheelchair restraints, as needed.
• Maintain vigilance over passengers to ensure compliance with safety regulations and student conduct rules.
• Exercise student management through communication and discipline according to company policy.
• Document and report any violations or conduct concerns to appropriate authorities.
• In case of emergency, assist in the evacuation of passengers and ensure children take their belongings.
• Ensure the cleanliness and presentability of the assigned vehicle.
• Complete required paperwork and submit it promptly.
• Behave ethically and professionally, promoting company goodwill.
• Report to duty on time and perform all responsibilities safely.
• Attend all assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old; for New York School Bus Assistants, must be at least 19 years old per state law.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings to remain qualified.
• Must have a high degree of attention to detail and dexterity to safely use various types of restraints and secure wheelchairs.
• Must be able to relate to and work well with children.
• Must demonstrate high professionalism and diplomacy skills when interacting with students, fellow employees, parents, and school district personnel.
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to lift and assist students when necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual.
• Retirement savings plan.

Company Information

Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers. The company offers a diverse workforce that reflects the communities it serves and maintains a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. Summit School Services is an equal opportunity employer.