Bus Behavior Attendant -Nassau/Suffolk County

About the role

Location: Nassau and/or Suffolk.

Hours: Part-time; hours vary based on school district transportation schedules.

Schedule: Follows the school district calendar, including holidays and breaks.

Compensation: $30 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Greet students warmly and provide individualized support during boarding, travel, and departure from the bus
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment throughout each bus route
• Assist students with mobility, seating, and the proper use of seat belts or other approved safety equipment, consistent with training and transportation procedures
• Implement individualized behavior support plans and applicable skill acquisition programs under the direction of a behavior consultant or clinical supervisor
• Use trained strategies to support safe behavior, positive interactions, and successful transitions
• Collect behavioral data and communicate progress, concerns, and incidents to designated supervisors and school personnel, as applicable
• Help the driver remain focused on driving by managing student supervision and support needs
• Support safe student handoffs to designated school staff or authorized adults in accordance with district procedures
• Follow established emergency procedures, incident reporting requirements, and crisis prevention protocols within the scope of training
• Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations
• Understand and demonstrate the company’s core values
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the role

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Minimum of six months of experience working with children or adolescents with special needs in a supervised setting
• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned reporting location
• Successful completion of, or current enrollment in, an undergraduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field preferred
• Experience supporting students with autism and/or challenging behaviors preferred
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Skills and Attributes

• Passion for working with children, adolescents, and support teams
• Strong values and high integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Sound judgment and a problem‑solving mindset
• Exposure to maintaining a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Empathetic and considerate of others
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow individualized student plans and safety procedures

Benefits

• Paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Team Building Events
• Incentive Program