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 follow student conduct rules during transportation.
• Document and report any violations or concerns to appropriate authorities.
• Ensure students take their belongings when leaving the bus.
• Help the driver keep the vehicle clean and presentable.
• Complete required paperwork and submit it promptly.
• Behave professionally and promote company goodwill.
• 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 in New York for School Bus Assistants.
• Meet physical and medical requirements.
• Pass all training and safety meetings to remain qualified.
• Have a high attention to detail and dexterity to handle various restraints.
• Be able to relate to and work well with children.
• Have strong professionalism, diplomacy, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift and assist students as necessary.

Benefits

• Pay range up to $18 per hour.
• Eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA).
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage.
• Holiday pay and PTO accrual.
• Retirement savings plan available.

Schedule

Hours may vary depending on the site, geographical market, customer/contractual terms, and position.

Pay

Pay for routed bus assistants is up to $18 per hour.

Company Name

Durham School Services Summit School Services

Equal Opportunity Employer

We offer a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Company Values

Summit School Services has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. We are committed to protecting and safeguarding all children and passengers.