Bus Aide

Job Summary

POSITION TITLE : Bus Aide

JOB GOAL : To assist bus driver in safely transporting exceptional or handicapped students or students in an efficient and timely manner.

REPORTS TO : Transportation Supervisor

SUPERVISES : N / A

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist with safe loading and unloading of students.
• Enforce safety rules for students.
• Monitor student behavior.
• Escort / assist students (door to door) to and from school bus if needed.
• Administer to the individual needs of the students as required.
• Assist driver in keeping bus clean and supplied with needs for transporting students.
• Be familiar, if assigned to special education students, each student's physical and emotional needs.
• Ensure that each student is secured (seatbelts, harnesses, and wheelchairs) as needed.
• Ensure all extra equipment is secured to avoid movement.
• Assist driver with emergency evacuation procedures when necessary.
• Interact with students and parents to learn the special needs of riders.
• Follow all policies and laws governing transportation of special needs children.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school and work place matters.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Perform all tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.