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.
• Communicate and apply discipline according to company policy in case of violations or misconduct.
• 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 display good moral character at all times.
• 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 for New York School Bus Assistants.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings.
• Must have a high degree of attention to detail and dexterity to safely use various restraints.
• Must be able to relate to and work well with children.
• Must have 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.

Schedule

Schedules vary based on the specific site, geographical market, customer/contractual terms, and position.