Head Start Bus Assistant

Communityactionallegan; Fennville (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Action Allegan, Michigan, seeks a Head Start Bus Assistant to support daily transportation and classroom activities for young children. The role requires safety-focused, caring individuals who can help children board and exit the bus, supervise restraints, and assist with meals and literacy activities on trips.

The position is part-time, non-exempt, hourly, and reports to Education Supervisor/Director of Operations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Rides the bus to/from centers and assists children getting on/off.
• Ensures children are secured in appropriate safety restraints.
• Engages children with songs, stories, and conversations to support literacy and language.
• Assists bus driver with pre/post-trip inspections and monthly evacuation drills.
• Prepares and serves meals; maintains sanitation during food service.

Skills

Safety awareness

Child interaction

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associates Credential

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.