Bus Aide/ Sub Bus Aide

North Newton School District; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

North Newton School District in the United States is seeking a Bus Aide/Sub Bus Aide to support the bus driver in providing safe transportation for students, including those with special needs. The aide assists with entering and exiting the bus and helps maintain the well-being of students in our care.

The role involves maintaining order, securing restraints, aiding in emergencies, and communicating with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 19+ years old with a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work with children, including those with special needs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist students.
• First aid/CPR training preferred (may be required).
• May be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Assists the bus driver with maintaining order and safety on the bus.
• Help students safely enter and exit the bus, including those with disabilities or mobility challenges.
• Secure students in safety restraints, car seats, or harnesses as required.
• Ensure students are secured in their seats and that wheelchairs are safe for transport.
• Monitor student behavior and report disciplinary concerns to the driver and/or supervisor.
• Report all student disciplinary issues in writing within one work day.
• Provide assistance in case of an emergency, including evacuations.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with students, parents, and staff.
• Assist with loading/unloading equipment, backpacks, and medical devices as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district transportation policies, rules, and regulations.
• Follow guidelines in the school handbook at all times.
• Help maintain the cleanliness of the bus.
• Attend all state and corporation required meetings and trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with children with STs

Physical strength (lift up to 50 lbs)

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Bus Aide/ Sub Bus Aide
Reports To: Transportation Director and Bus Driver
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Bus Aide assists the school bus driver in providing safe and orderly transportation for students. The aide helps assiststudents with special needs, and ensures that all students enter and exit the bus appropriately. The aide will assist in the responsibilityfor the well being of the students on the bus whilein our care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the bus driver withmaintaining order and safetyon the bus.
• Help students safely enter and exit the bus, including those with disabilities or mobility challenges.
• Secure students in safety restraints, car seats, or harnesses as required.
• Will be responsible to ensure students are secured in their respected seats and that wheelchairs are secured properly and safe for transport.
• Monitor student behavior and report disciplinary concerns to the driver and/or supervisor.
• Will report all student disciplinary to the building principle in writing within one work day.
• Provide assistance in case of an emergency, including evacuations.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with students, parents, and school staff.
• Assist with loading/unloading equipment, backpacks, and medical devices as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state,and district transportation policies, rules, and regulations.
• Follow the guidelines set forth in the schoo, hand book at all times.
• Will help maintain the cleanliness of the bus.
• Will attend all state and corporation required meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age or older with a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively with children, including those with special needs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and assist students as needed.
• Training in first aid/CPR preferred (may be required by district).
• May be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Work Environment

• Primarily works on a school bus in varying weather conditions.
• May require bending, lifting, and assisting students physically.

Salary $15.50 Starting, $16.00 after completion of 30 working probation period.

Other Duties

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as directed by the Transportation Director or Bus Driver to ensure safe and efficient transportation services.