School Bus Aide & Student Safety Specialist

North America Central School Bus; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

North America Central School Bus in Palatine, IL is seeking a School Bus Attendant to support drivers on routes and ensure student safety.

You will learn route sheets or electronic routing, manage behavior, help with loading/unloading, assist with pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and participate in safety meetings. The role requires good verbal communication and early morning availability, with a high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work early morning hours.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow a route sheet or electronic routing device.
• Manage students and communicate behavior problems with the driver.
• Assist in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks, CSRS and wheelchair lifts.
• Assist students in the loading and unloading process including wheelchair lift.
• Cooperate and communicate with school personnel, parents and students.
• Attend all safety and training meetings.
• Conduct emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
• Clean the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows.
• Other specialized functions as required by contract.

Skills

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

North America Central School Bus in Palatine, IL is seeking a School Bus Attendant to support drivers on routes and ensure student safety.

You will learn route sheets or electronic routing, manage behavior, help with loading/unloading, assist with pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and participate in safety meetings. The role requires good verbal communication and early morning availability, with a high school diploma preferred.