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.
• Monitor 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.
• Absorb and transport students' belongings when they leave the bus.
• Help the driver keep the vehicle clean and presentable.
• Complete required paperwork and submit it promptly.
• Behave professionally and promote company goodwill.
• Be punctual and perform duties 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, 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, colleagues, parents, and school personnel.
• 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 can also 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 internal policies.