Bus Attendant

Port Washington Union Free School District; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Port Washington Union Free School District is seeking a Bus Attendant to assist the school bus driver in maintaining order and ensuring the safety of all passengers. The role involves greeting students, ensuring their safety while boarding and riding the bus, and managing student behavior.

Ideal candidates should be at least 19 years old, possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work varying shifts. A drug test and extensive background check are required.

Qualifications

• At least 19 years old.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work with students of all ages.
• Able to work varying shifts.
• Must pass a drug test and extensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist the school bus driver in maintaining order on the bus.
• Release students only to authorized persons.
• Carry out principles of safety management.
• Learn bus route and notify substitute driver.
• Greet students in a pleasant manner.
• Help students as necessary.
• Ensure all students arrive safely at their destination.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Bus Attendant is responsible for assisting the school bus driver in maintaining order on the bus and assuring the safety of all passengers while entering, riding, and departing from the bus

• Maintains order and behavior of children on the bus so the driver will not be distracted from safe driving
• Releases students only to persons given permission to do so
• Understands, encourages, and carries out the principles of safety management
• Learns bus route, and notifies substitute driver when necessary
• Greet students in a pleasant manner
• Help students as necessary
• Ensure all students arrive safely at their destination
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must be at least 19 years old, possess good interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written)

Must have the ability to work with students of all ages

Must be able to work varying shifts

All candidates must pass a drug test and extensive background check