Transportation/Bus Aide

West Memphis School District•West Memphis, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

To assist the Bus Driver with students on the bus. You will help ensure the safe transportation of students by assisting the bus driver and managing passenger behavior. Candidates should be at least 18 years old and possess strong communication skills. The role requires monitoring safety regulations and providing a positive environment for students.

Requirements

At least 18 years old
Strong communication skills
Successful completion of all background checks
High school diploma or higher

Nice To Haves

Ability to appropriately use school bus lifts, seat belts, and doors
Ability to learn and upgrade job skills to meet changing demands of the position
Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Ability to use independent judgment and demonstrate initiative
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students and others
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more

Responsibilities

Arrive at the transportation center at least 10 minutes before route departure time
Assist the driver, as directed, in safely operating the bus on its assigned route
Provide student behavioral support if needed
Physically assist students on and off the bus as needed
Assist with evacuation drills
Monitor and manage student behavior
Follow the discipline policies and procedures established by the transportation department
Accurately check the roster on their route each day
Monitor the safe loading/unloading and seating of their students
Treat passengers in a positive and courteous manner
Follow the policy of not discussing any children or bus situation that involves the children
Assist in maintaining a clean bus
Properly operate wheelchair lift/tie downs
Participate in training provided by the Transportation Department as needed
Assist any student on their route with special needs
Perform daily the required walk-through of checking for sleeping students, lost items, litter, vandalism, or other unforeseen problems
Work any route or activity trip assigned by the Transportation Coordinator
Complete and keep the Route Survey and Seating Chart current
Adhere to all district policies
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Transportation Coordinator and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent