Early Childhood Bus Aide

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. seeks a Bus Aide to support the Bus Driver and Facilities Custodian in ensuring child safety and adherence to rules during transportation.

The role includes providing educational activities, giving clear conduct directions, and promoting school readiness for children aged 0-5 within ECD programs. Qualified applicants will have a High School Diploma or GED (CDA preferred) and some experience with young children.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; CDA preferred.
• Six months experience with children 0-5 preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Valid NM or TX driver’s license preferred for local centers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Bus Driver/Facilities Custodian to supervise children on the bus.
• Provide educational activities to complement classroom learning.
• Give clear directives to children regarding conduct and safety on the bus.
• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success.
• Maintain health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment.
• Facilitate health practices to keep children safe on the bus and in facilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CDA preferred

Job description

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments. Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent.

Position Summary

The Bus Aide is responsible for assisting the Bus Driver/Facilities Custodian to ensure children observe CPLC Early Childhood Development (ECD) safety rules and regulation while traveling on the school bus. Provide educational activities which will complement the children’s classroom education. Provide clear and appropriate directives to children regarding conduct and safety on the school bus. Promoting school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success as it relates to this position. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education /Background

• High School Diploma/GED is required; however, CDA is preferred.
• Must have at least six months experience and/or training with children ages 0-5 is preferred.

Other requirements

• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to follow through on assigned tasks. Relate positively and clearly with children, parents, volunteers, and staff.
• Demonstrate basic computer literacy and skills. Bilingual English/ Spanish preferred.
• A valid Texas Driver’s License free of restrictions is preferred for the successful candidate hired for centers located in Texas, and a valid New Mexico Driver's License free of restrictions is preferred for the successful candidate hired for centers located in New Mexico.

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.