Bus Aide - Head Start
About The Position
Be a part of something BIG. Committed to giving every vulnerable child an opportunity to succeed, we deliver high quality services that empower families, make children healthier, and communities stronger. Find your purpose: We're dedicated to growing employees who want a career in helping at-risk children and families succeed. Employees get ongoing training opportunities to include job-related certificates, credentials, and tuition reimbursement. Keep the balance: We value employee wellness by offering 15 paid holidays off including a one-week paid holiday break, and a generous time off policy that increases over time. We invest in free mental health services for staff, along with free, unlimited access to an employee health portal designed just for staff wellness. 15 hours per week, partial year position (approx. 42 weeks) Job Overview: We are a fast-paced and high-demand non-profit program that depends on everybody in every position to help our centers function with ease. You will gain diverse experience working with an at-risk population. Cross-training is available and expected for all positions.
Requirements
- Working toward high school diploma or GED required
- Experience working with young children required
- Must be able to lift 30 pounds independently without assistance
- compassionate
- organized
- flexible
- a good communicator
- a team player
- Ability to Commute: Ringoes, NJ 08551 (Required)
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Experience working with at-risk population and/or Head Start experience preferred
- working with children: 1 year (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and well-being of children while on the bus
- Help children board bus and exit bus safely
- Ensure children are released only to those individuals authorized to receive them
- In the event of an emergency follow safety procedures and execute bus evacuation
- Implement active supervision while providing duties and ensure no child is left unattended on the bus
Benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
