Bus Attendant

Stafford County Public Schools; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,138 - 42,016; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Fredericksburg is looking for a full-time Bus Attendant to assist special needs students during transportation to and from school. You will help maintain order on the bus, operate life-saving equipment, and ensure the safety of all passengers. Requirements include a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and the ability to lift and assist children. Salary ranges from $16.07 to $30.50 per hour, with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training before eligible for training pay.

Responsibilities

• Assist the school bus driver in maintaining order.
• Board and leave special needs students safely.
• Operate wheelchair lifts and secure students as needed.
• Ensure safety during transportation of all students.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Bus Attendant

Location

Transportation

Pay Grade

Unified Salary Scale U050

Work Calendar

10 Month 180 Day Employee

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Details

• Job ID: 4501321
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jan 04, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

General Purpose

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Mainstream Transportation, the Bus Attendant supports and assists the bus driver with the transportation of special needs pupils to and from school; does related work as required. Work is performed under the immediate direction of the Bus Driver.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assist the School Bus Driver:
  • Maintain order.
  • Boarding and leaving of special needs students.
  • Loading, transporting, and unloading of all students on the assigned bus.
  • Assist students with special transportation needs such as wheelchairs, braces, crutches, etc.
  • Operate wheelchair lifts and secure wheelchair tie‑downs, harnesses, seatbelts, car seats, etc.
  • Ensure safety and observe special needs of individuals.
  • Assist substitute drivers with routes, stops, record keeping, etc.
  • Clean and maintain the bus.
• Support and demonstrate core values of Transportation Services:
  • Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
  • Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
  • Maintain a clean, neat appearance appropriate to position.
  • Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
  • Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
  • Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co‑workers.
  • Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
  • Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge
  • Requirements for transportation of special needs students.
  • Geography of the County.
• Skills
  • Complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training before eligible to receive any training pay. Training pay is minimum wage.
  • Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED.
• Abilities
  • Assist students with patience and understanding.
  • Deal with exuberant behavior characteristics of youthful riders.
  • Lift and/or carry children as required.
  • Recognize students having difficulty and quickly assist in resolving such difficulty.
  • Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals.
  • Organize and perform work independently.
  • Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects.
  • Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work environment is indoor and outdoors, with moderate noise, temperatures that are subject to extreme cold or hot, and some exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements.
• The work is moderate, requiring exertion of up to 50 pounds of force to move or lift objects.
• Physical and mental abilities required include: standing for prolonged periods, sitting for prolonged periods, operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment, moving hands, wrists, or fingers repetitively, moving with force on the back or lower body repetitively, feeling, grasping, or holding objects by hand, identifying colors visually, identifying objects in low light or distant conditions, communicating via spoken and written language, perceiving sounds, making decisions using logic and rational thinking.

Position Type & Salary

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.07 to $30.50 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Becky Croom , HR Specialist
• TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
• Email: [e-mail]