Bus Assistant

Responsibilities

• Aid students in entering or exiting the bus in a safe manner.
• Show the highest ethical standards and personal integrity; report any suspicious or inappropriate behavior to a supervisor or manager.
• Secure students using seat belts, car seats, or wheelchair restraints, as needed.
• Monitor passengers at all times to ensure compliance with safety regulations and student conduct rules.
• Communicate and apply discipline according to company policy when necessary.
• Document and report any violations or conduct concerns to appropriate authorities.
• Assist the driver in maintaining the cleanliness and presentability of the vehicle during and after transport.
• Complete required paperwork and submit it to the appropriate department in a timely manner.
• Display professional behavior and promote company goodwill in interactions with colleagues, supervisors, parents, and school personnel.
• 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 possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to lift and assist students when necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual are offered. Employees also have the option to enroll in a retirement savings plan.

Pay

Pay rates vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/contractual terms, and positions. For more details, please refer to the company's policies.