Bus Assistant
Durham School Services · Cumberland, RI · 3 days ago
Part-time
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.
- 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.
- Ensure that children take their belongings with them when leaving the bus.
- Assist the driver in maintaining the cleanliness and presentability of the assigned vehicle.
- Complete all required paperwork and submit it to the appropriate department in a timely manner.
- Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in interactions with colleagues, supervisors, parents, and school personnel.
- Present a neat and professional appearance at all times.
- Report to duty on time and perform all responsibilities in a safe manner.
- 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 considerable dexterity to safely use various types of restraints, secure wheelchairs, etc.
- Must be able to relate to and work well with children.
- Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must have the ability to lift and assist students when necessary.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Holiday pay.
- PTO accrual.
- Retirement savings plan.
Pay
Vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/contractual terms, and positions.