School Bus Aide

DS Bus Lines; South Fallsburg (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Mobility is seeking a School Bus Aide to assist students with boarding and disembarking, and to support the driver with passenger management on routes in the Catskills region. You will report incidents, cooperate with school officials, and ensure student safety through the route and during releases to approved guardians.

Training is provided, with a 6-hour paid pre-service and ongoing skill development.

Qualifications

• Background checks and government documents required for working with children and individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Provide valid forms of ID for employment.
• References: allow contact of three references.
• History of residential addresses must be provided on file.
• Authorization for background checks in accordance with regulations.
• Pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol test conducted by independent entity.
• Demonstrate ability to perform emergency procedures and evacuations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in safely boarding and disembarking from the school bus.
• Work with the bus driver on passenger management and safety.
• Report incidents to appropriate personnel and document when required.
• Assist in releasing students to approved individuals.
• Cross students when necessary and assist in back-up procedures.

Skills

People skills

Courtesy

Communication

Job description

Rolling V Bus Corp. Assist students in safely boarding and disembarking from the school bus. Participate with bus driver in passenger management. Communicate with parent/guardians and school officials. In cooperation with the driver The School Bus Aide must be observant and report on incidents occurring on the route. Assist in the release of students to individuals known as approved to accept the student. May be required to cross students from one side of the road/street to the other. Assist driver in backing-up procedures as may be needed. Be able to act in the case of an emergency according the training provided. The School Bus Aide must have good people skills and be courteous and respectful.

Requirements:

• New Hire Packet: Completion of NYS and Federal documents, including background checks, required for working with children and individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Identification: Provide valid forms of ID for employment.
• References: Permit the company to contact three provided references.
• Other Documentation: Provide a history of residential addresses.
• Background Investigation Review: Authorization required for the company to conduct background checks, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, School, and Company regulations.
• Pre-Employment Physical & Drug/Alcohol Test: Conducted by an independent entity and paid for by Rolling V Bus.
• Physical Performance Test: Demonstrate the ability to: Climb and descend bus steps. Quickly exit the bus from a seated position. Exit through the rear emergency door. Carry or drag a 125 lb. weight, simulating the evacuation of a person from the bus.

Training:

• Pre-service: Initial 6-hour paid training.
• Ongoing: General and specific skills training as needed.
• Training: Provided and paid by the company.

Base Payrate: $16.00 per hour Daily Guarantee: 4 hours per day; monitors are paid for all time worked beyond the guarantee.

Work Hours:

• Morning: 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
• Afternoon: 2:0 p.m. - 4:0 p.m.
• Hours may increase after placement on a permanent route post-hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.

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.

Rolling V is a family-owned and managed full-service transportation company based in the Catskills region of New York State. While we are known for exceptional school bus services, we also provide regional charter services to area residents. Rolling V has provided safe and dependable transportation services for more than 50 years.

Why Beacon Mobility

We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits. Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day.

Who we are

• Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years
• Customized mobility solutions
• Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities
• Nearly 20,000 employees strong

What we do best

• People First
• Safety Always
• School Bus & Special Education
• Paratransit
• Non‑Emergency Medical
• Alternative Student Transportation

Why it matters

• Transportation creates opportunity
• Mobility builds independence
• Every Ride Matters