School Bus Attendant

New York City School Bus Umbrella Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in school transportation is seeking dedicated individuals to assist school bus drivers in maintaining discipline and ensuring the safety of students. This role involves monitoring student behavior, assisting with seating assignments, and communicating effectively with parents and guardians. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to student safety, contributing to a positive and secure environment for all riders. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and ensuring their safe transit, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must satisfactorily complete the NYCSBUS Bus Monitor training program.

Responsibilities

• Assist drivers in maintaining student discipline during bus operation.
• Monitor student behavior and implement transit rules.

Skills

Student Behavior Monitoring

Communication Skills

Multilingual Skills

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Queens, Jamaica - Queens, NY

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: $17.98 - $17.98 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Transportation

Description

Assists NYCSBUS School Bus Drivers in maintaining student discipline while the bus is in operation and tracks number of behavioral instances, severity of issues, and reports concerns to supervisor or students campus. Assists in seating assignments and the loading and unloading of students at pick up and drop off locations. Responsible for monitoring student behavior and implementing transit rules by working with individual campuses and the Safety and Training Manager. Often responsible for detailed care in the transportation of specialized or medically fragile students and for excellent communication with parents and guardians.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must qualify following criminal checks in accordance with Federal, State and local guidelines

• Must be able to read and comprehend the Rules and Regulations Governing the Operation of School Transportation Vehicles in order to assist drivers as needed

• Must satisfactorily complete the NYCSBUS Bus Monitor training program and fully understand student discipline guidelines and expectations placed on students for ridership privileges

• Must acquire and maintain a standard Red Cross first aid certificate

• Must be able to transport themselves to and from work everyday

• Multilingual speaking and writing skills are a plus