Bus Assistant

National Express LTD; Savannah (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

National Express LTD is hiring Bus Assistants to ensure the safety and well-being of students during transport. The role includes assisting students with boarding, monitoring behavior, and maintaining a clean bus environment. Ideal candidates possess strong communication and professionalism skills, adhering to safety regulations while engaging with children.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

Holiday pay

PTO

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High attention to detail for using restraints and securing wheelchairs.
• Ability to lift and assist students when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with entering and exiting the bus safely.
• Monitor passengers to ensure safety regulations are followed.
• Document and report any violations or conduct concerns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Student management

Job description

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Responsibilities Include:

• Assist students with entering or exiting the bus in a safe manner.
• Seat students safely using needed seat belts, car seats or wheel chair restraints, etc.
• Monitor passengers at all times to ensure safety regulations and student conduct rules are followed.
• Exercise student management through communication and discipline per Company policy.
• Document and report any violations or conduct concerns to appropriate authority.
• Physically assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Ensure children take their belongings with them when leaving the bus.
• Assist Driver in keeping the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable.
• Complete all required paperwork and submit to the appropriate employee/department in a timely manner.
• Display professional behavior when working with colleagues, parents, and school personnel.
• Present a neat and professional appearance at all times.
• Report to duty on time and perform all responsibilities safely.
• Attend all training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings.

Requirements Include:

• Must be at least 18 years old; 19 for New York School Bus Assistants.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements.
• Complete and pass all training and safety meetings.
• Have high attention to detail and dexterity for using restraints and securing wheelchairs.
• Ability to relate well with children.
• Maintain effective pupil behavior management.
• High professionalism and diplomacy skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and assist students when necessary.

Company: Durham School Services

We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, holiday pay, PTO, and a retirement plan. Pay rates vary by site and position.

National Express promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to safeguarding children and passengers. We are an equal employment opportunity employer.