Bus Assistant

Essential Functions

• Works in collaboration with the Bus Driver to supervise children and to ensure that no child is left alone or unsupervised.
• Follows OCDC’s procedures to load and unload children safely from the school bus.
• Affixes the correct children to enter and exit the bus and releases them to the authorized person.
• Maintains the strict requirements of the vehicle capacity.
• Ensures that all children, parents, staff, and volunteers are seated and always buckled in appropriate car seats or seat belts.
• Keeps children’s belongings safely secured and distributes children’s belongings to the appropriate person after children have been transported.
• Maintains a clean bus.
• Participates in the children’s education about transportation safety.
• Completes required paperwork and documentation.

Behavioral Monitoring

• Assists in the transition of the children into the center and the home.
• Ensures a pleasant and educational bus ride through singing, activities, and talking with children.
• Applies OCDC’s positive child behavioral philosophies to reduce conflicts or excessive noise.
• Provides water or other methods of relief on hot days.

Medication Procedures

• Ensures that all medications are properly stored and transported.
• Affixes assistance in the completion of the required authorization forms in the event the medication is presented for the first time.
• Ensures proper forms are signed and dated with last dosage information daily.

Communication and Rapport

• Ensures the proper delivery of notes, messages, information, and/or notices between staff and families.
• Affixes assistance in understanding and relaying information to parents.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is $17.00 to $19.71 hourly. Placement within the range is determined by factors such as relevant experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs
• Employer paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Optional benefits including pet insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

OCDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. OCDC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.