Dual Position: Bus Aide and PT Caregiver

Redlands Christian Migrant Association; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is hiring a Dual Bus Aide and Part-Time Caregiver in Ocala, FL. The role combines transporting children safely and supporting early childhood education on-site at RCMA centers.

Essential duties include escorting children, ensuring safety, following procedures, and working with families. Required education includes high school completion; CPR/First-Aid are desirable and fingerprint background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must meet Florida Statutes age, medical, and moral character requirements.
• Pass Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening.
• CPR and pediatric first-aid certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Escort children to and from the bus and manage behavior during transport.
• Ensure safety and well-being of children during rides and activities.
• Follow safety protocols and proper release procedures with parents/guardians.

Education

Proof of high school completion

CPR certification

Pediatric First-Aid certification

Job description

Dual Position: Bus Aide and PT Caregiver

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1724

Salary Range: $15.45 To $20.09 Hourly

Deadline: November 17, 2026

Certificate Number: C05MA0109 / Job Order: 2026-518 / 1 Position (On-Site)

This is a dual position: Bus Aide and PT Caregiver

MISSION:

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a nationally recognized non-profit leader in childcare and early education. RCMA operates more than 53 centers and 3 charter schools, with a staff of 1,400 employees, in 18 Florida counties. We have grown over the years through our policy of hiring from the communities served, forging a strong bond between parents and RCMA caregivers, teachers, and staff.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Would you rather have a fulfilling career than just a “job”? At RCMA, we feel lucky to work in fulfilling roles every day. Like one big family, we work hand in hand with families who need allies on their journey toward big dreams. Through empathy and compassion, we help cultivate a sense of dignity and pride in these valuable members of society and provide them with resources for growth. If this sounds like a family you’d like to become a member of, we’d love to hear from you!

Bus Aide:

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To escort children to and from the bus or vehicle and manage their behavior during the ride.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

include the following; however, other duties may be assigned.

Children's Safety & Well-Being:

• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children is the top priority at all times.
• Keeps children safe, comfortable, and engaged through songs, games, or other appropriate activities while being transported.
• Evaluates whether a student appears too ill to attend school at the time the student boards the bus or vehicle. If necessary, return the student to their parents, guardian, or authorized individuals and do not accept them for transport. Refer to the RCMA Health Book for guidance.

Transportation Duties:

• Rides with the children on the bus or vehicle during transport from home to center, and center to home.
• Adheres to all safety protocols, including:
• Ensuring no child is left unattended on the bus or vehicle at any time.
• Executing emergency evacuation procedures of the bus or vehicle.
• Following proper procedures for releasing and receiving children from parents, guardians, or assigned individuals, in compliance with Chapter S.1302.47(b)(4) and the Bus Aide Safety Procedure Training.
• Adhering to the Transportation Final Rule for existing drivers and monitors, as referenced in 45 CFR §1310.17 of the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS).
• If the assigned driver is unable to drive a bus or vehicle that requires to have a CDL, the Bus Aide must contact the center immediately and remain with the children until a qualified driver arrives.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty element satisfactorily while exercising independent judgment and discretion under the general supervision of the Center Coordinator and Bus Driver while transporting children. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The individual must meet age, medical, moral character, and any other requirements as defined by Florida Statutes. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PT Caregiver:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:

Work as Part-Time Caregiver Trainee to:

• Learn to support a warm, secure, affectionate, social-emotional climate for young children. (Note: Lifting and holding children is necessary.)
• Learn to follow daily schedules and plans that support the physical, social, and cognitive growth of young children.
• Follow rules and procedures that establish and maintain a safe and healthy classroom and outside environment.
• Learn to be an engaged partner with families.
• Commit to professionalism and RCMA.
• Meet all RCMA funding and DCF requirements.

Level 1 and 2 Works as part of a teaching team to:

• Show a warm, secure, affectionate, social-emotional climate for young children. (Note: Lifting, and holding a child is necessary.)
• Follow daily schedules and plans that support the physical, social, and cognitive growth of young children.
• Follow rules and procedures that establish and maintain a safe and healthy classroom and outside environment.
• Be an engaged partner with families.
• Manage the classroom.
• Commit to professionalism and RCMA.
• Meet all RCMA funding and DCF requirements.

EDUCATION:

Trainee:

• Proof of high school completion (or equivalent) is highly recommended.

Level 1:

• Transcript documentation of passing All Competency Exams for the DCF Child Care Training.
• Recommended to complete Infant Toddler National CDA, FCCPC (Birth-5 years) or ECPC within 260 working days of hire.

Level 2: In order to meet the minimum education requirements, please provide ONE of the following:

• Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) Birth-5 years OR
• Infant Toddler National CDA OR Preschool National CDA OR
• Early Childhood Professional Credential (ECPC) OR
• Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate (CCAC) OR
• 9 college credits in early childhood education and 3 months experience in the field (480 working hours) in teaching children birth-5 years.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Member of the community being served, and, when applicable, farmworker background.
• Possess a current certification in Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Pediatric First-Aid.
• VPK Hours and Training.

After initial hire, the employee must complete mandatory child care training (DCF 45 hours) as specified in the DCF Training Addendum and in accordance with Florida Statutes and funding source requirements to retain eligibility to be employed in this position.

RCMA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and a drug‑free workplace.

All candidates selected for employment are required to successfully complete a Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening. Additional information is available on the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website at the link provided.