School Bus Aide

Beacon Mobility; Abington Township (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via direct deposit

$250 bonus every two weeks

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Beacon Mobility is seeking a compassionate Bus Aide to support students with special needs during daily transport. You will help students board and alight safely, monitor seating and restraints, and communicate with school staff and caregivers to ensure a secure, respectful ride.

Shifts run weekday days, with 6:00 AM–5:00 PM blocks, totaling 30–40 hours weekly. A background check and state clearances are required, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy in interactions with students and caregivers.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and required clearances.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students boarding and exiting the vehicle safely.
• Maintain seat belts and safety restraints for all riders.
• Communicate with school staff, students, and caregivers.
• Follow routes and schedules for timely pickups/drop-offs.
• Attend mandatory trainings and report vehicle issues.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medical Transport Systems

The Bus Aide will help students board the bus, depart from the bus, and arrive safely at their destination. Maintaining a safe environment for students and ensuring the Driver can focus on driving responsibilities are the most important tasks of the Bus Aide.

We are seeking reliable and compassionate Student Monitors to transport special needs and handicapped students to and from school. These positions ensure the safety and comfort of students during their commute, adhering to all safety protocols and providing assistance as needed.

Pay Rate & Benefits:

• $16.00 Per hour
• Additional Compensation: $250 Performance Bonus every two weeks
• Payment: Paid weekly via direct deposit
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package include

Key Responsibilities:

• Aides are required to sit in the back of the vehicle with students.
• Load and unload students as required.
• Be knowledgeable and attentive to the unique needs of the students.
• Communicate effectively with school staff, students, and caregivers.
• Install and secure students in all approved child safety restraints.
• Learn the route to direct a substitute driver if needed.
• Attend all mandatory trainings.
• Address child safety and behavioral concerns while the vehicle is in motion.
• Assist students with special needs, including those in wheelchairs or with mobility challenges, in boarding and exiting the vehicle.
• Follow designated routes and schedules for timely pickups and drop-offs.
• Ensure the safety of all passengers, using safety equipment and securing students when necessary.
• Maintain clear communication with school staff, parents, and supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, safe vehicle and report any issues for repair or maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, Child Abuse History Clearance and any required certifications per our School Districts
• High school or equivalent (Required)

Shifts:

• Monday – Friday (Only) Day Time
• Must Be Available to Work between 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• No Night / No Weekends or Major Holidays
• Shifts: Drivers will work two Shifts in per day (Split Shift/ Swing Shift)

AM Shift: 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

PM Shift: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

6 - 8 Hours Per Day / 30 - 40 Hour Work Week

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Why Join Us?

• Weekly pay via direct deposit.
• Performance Bonus of $250 every two weeks.
• No Nights or Weekends, or Major Holidays
• Retiree’s Encouraged to apply.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of special needs students.

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time

For over 20 years, Medical Transport Systems has been providing transportation services to Bucks and Montgomery Counties and has been exclusively transporting special education students for the past seven years. The company currently has 80 employees that operate over 50 vehicles.