Part-Time School Bus Attendant - Safe Student Transit

Cics101; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Distinctive Schools is seeking a School Bus Attendant at the Bucktown location in Chicago. You will help maintain a safe and orderly environment during transportation, supervise students, assist with boarding, and maintain rosters to ensure accurate student counts.

The role is part-time up to 20 hours per week, with a starting date in November 2026. Qualifications include a high school diploma and experience with school-aged children is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children is preferred, but not required.
• Previous experience as a Bus Attendant / Aide is preferred, but not required.
• Physical demands: Sit for extended periods and lift, push, pull, and carry items overhead.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus safely.
• Verify student attendance and maintain transportation rosters.
• Confirm students are riding the correct bus and exiting at stops.
• Assist with student accountability during routes and field trips.
• Monitor student behavior and enforce safe riding expectations.
• Assign and monitor student seating arrangements as directed.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment on the bus.
• Report student behavior, safety concerns, and route issues to the Driver and Transportation Coordinator.
• Complete incident reports and other transportation documentation as required.
• Assist younger students and students requiring additional support during loading and unloading.
• Ensure students in grades K-4 are not left unattended at bus stops.
• Keep aisles, exits, and emergency equipment areas clear of obstructions.
• Assist with emergency evacuation drills and emergency situations.
• Work collaboratively with the Bus Driver to support safe and efficient transportation operations.
• Assist with student arrival and dismissal procedures, including gathering, escorting, and supervising students between the school and bus as needed.
• Conduct child-check procedures to ensure no students remain on the bus after any route, trip, or activity.
• Communicate professionally with families regarding student transportation matters as needed.
• Assist with maintaining bus cleanliness, including sweeping, trash removal, and general interior cleaning.
• Attend required meetings, training, and safety sessions.
• Provide support on assigned routes, field trips, and transportation activities, including temporary reassignments as needed.
• Perform other transportation-related duties and assignments as directed.

Skills

Experience with school-aged children

Safety consciousness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Distinctive Schools is seeking a School Bus Attendant at the Bucktown location in Chicago. You will help maintain a safe and orderly environment during transportation, supervise students, assist with boarding, and maintain rosters to ensure accurate student counts.

The role is part-time up to 20 hours per week, with a starting date in November 2026. Qualifications include a high school diploma and experience with school-aged children is preferred.