Head Start Bus Assistant

Communityactionallegan; Dorr Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Action Allegan in Michigan seeks a Head Start Bus/ Classroom Assistant to support young children on bus routes and in centers. The role involves safety, literacy engagement, meal service, and collaboration with the driver and classroom staff.

This part-time, non-exempt position requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR and First Aid certifications, and the ability to pass a TB test. Applicants with CDA preferred and experience with young children are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; CDA preferred.
• CPR and Basic First Aid certification required.
• Must pass pre-employment TB test.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Rides the bus to/from Centers and assists children getting on/off as needed.
• Ensures children are secured in appropriate child safety restraints on the bus.
• Engages children with songs, stories, and conversations to support language and literacy development.
• Assists bus driver with monthly emergency bus evacuation drills.
• Prepares and serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks; maintains sanitation during food service.

Skills

Experience with young children

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

TB test clearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)

Job description

Position Description

Position Title:

Head Start Bus Assistant

Reports To:

Education Supervisor / Director of Operations

Classification:

Part Time / Part Year / Non-Exempt

Status:

Hourly

Required Education and Experience:

Previous experience working with young children desired. High School Diploma or GED required; Child Development Associates Credential, awarded by the Council of Professional Development preferred. Must pass pre-employment TB test. Be certified in Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Summary/Objective:

The Head Start Bus/Classroom Assistant completes the listed tasks. All tasks are considered essential except those identified as non-essential.

Essential Functions:

• Rides the bus to/from Centers. Assists children getting on and off bus when necessary.
• Ensures children are secured in appropriate child safety restraints while on the bus.
• Engages the children in songs, finger-plays, stories, conversations, etc.
• While on the bus to encourage the development of literacy and language skills.
• Assists bus driver in conducting an emergency bus evacuation drill monthly.
• Assists bus driver in conducting pre- and post-trip inspection of the passenger compartment. Prepares and serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily, cleaning up as needed after meal service.
• Ensures sanitation procedures are always followed when preparing and serving food and during clean-up.
• Assists teacher with classroom activities as requested.
• Respects and promotes the unique identity of each child and family, and refrains from stereotyping based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, or disability.
• Always maintains confidentiality regarding job-related information about children, families, and staff members.
• Attends all scheduled staff meetings for position held.
• Ensures compliance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.
• Completes documentation as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Early Education Services Director.