Bus Aide

Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences is seeking a part-time School Bus Aide in Detroit, Michigan. The role involves ensuring the safe transportation of students to and from school and various events. Responsibilities include monitoring student safety, maintaining discipline, and communicating effectively with parents. Ideal candidates should have prior experience with children and excellent communication skills. This position requires working up to 25 hours per week and completing all necessary background checks.

Qualifications

• Must possess physical ability to perform all required work.
• Satisfactory completion of background check.
• Prior experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to maintain discipline on the bus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of scholars while riding the bus.
• Communicate with parents in a professional manner.
• Participate in evacuation and safety drills.

Skills

Physical ability to perform all required work

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with children

Job description

Location: Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences

Department: Operational Support Staff

Position Description: As a Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences School Bus Aide, you will share a commitment to ensuring that every child is transported safely to and from school, home, and special events such as field trips.

Requirements:

• Must possess physical ability to perform all required work
• Satisfactory completion of background check
• Prior experience working with children preferred
• Ability to work with children and maintain discipline on the bus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work up to 5 hours per day

Terms of Employment: Part time, up to 25 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional relationship with supervisors, staff, families, students, and the public
• Work independently and in teams to complete job duties and assignments in a timely manner
• Monitor safety of scholars while riding the bus, including taking attendance and ensuring all scholars are accounted for
• Establish and maintain positive rapport with scholars
• Communicate with parents and guardians in a professional and proactive manner
• Follow all protocols to report any incidents and accidents in a timely manner
• Handle emergencies or unforeseen situations calmly and effectively, including administering basic first aid if necessary and following established emergency procedures
• Participate in evacuation and other safety drills
• Meet deadlines for paperwork submission
• Maintain a clean bus at all times