Bus Assistant

Responsibilities

• Aid students in entering or exiting the bus safely.
• Show highest ethical standards and personal integrity; report any suspicious or inappropriate behavior to supervisor or manager.
• Secure students using seat belts, car seats, or wheelchair restraints as needed.
• Maintain safety and student conduct rules during transportation.
• Document and report any violations or concerns to appropriate authority.
• Ensure students take their belongings when leaving the bus.
• Assist the driver in maintaining a clean and presentable vehicle.
• Complete required paperwork and submit it promptly.
• Behave professionally and display good moral character.
• Report to duty on time and perform tasks safely.
• Attend all assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old; 19 years old for New York School Bus Assistants.
• Meet physical and medical requirements.
• Pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings.
• Show attention to detail and dexterity to use various restraints.
• Work well with children and maintain effective pupil behavior management.
• Communicate and interact professionally with students, colleagues, parents, and school personnel.
• Ability to lift and assist students when necessary.

Benefits

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

Pay

$20.15 per hour, guaranteed hours of 4.5 per day.

Schedule

Hours vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/contractual terms, and positions.