Head Start Bus Assistant

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC; Dorr Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Allegan County Resource Development Committee Inc. is seeking a Head Start Bus Assistant to support educational staff and transport young children to centers. The role is part-time, non-exempt, with hourly status and an $13.75-$15.00 hourly range.

The assistant will help children board buses, supervise safety restraints, assist with classroom activities, and ensure hygiene and compliance with regulations. Pre-employment TB test and CPR/First Aid certifications are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associates Credential preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment TB test.
• Be certified in CPR and Basic First Aid.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assists bus driver in conducting an emergency bus evacuation drill monthly.
• 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.

Skills

Experience with young children

Engaging children in activities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associates Credential

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

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
Range: $13.75 - $15.00 per hour
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.