Bus Aide POOL for the 26/27 School Year

Kuna Joint School District 3•Kuna, ID

2d•$14 - $16

About The Position

Assists the school bus driver in providing safe transportation of pupils with special transportation needs to and from public schools and various activities, providing help to the school bus driver; loading/securing wheelchairs on the bus; securing passengers in their seats; and assisting students boarding and exiting the school bus. Special needs Medicaid record keeping.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to maintain accurate records, complete forms, and complete essential paperwork
Ability to operate PC computer and use district-adopted software
Ability to prioritize and multitask; ability to work accurately under pressure with frequent interruptions.
Ability to interact with a diverse group of individuals in a courteous and tactful manner, under stress, and in a proactive manner.
Exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and empathy when interacting with bus drivers, students, and his/her family.
Must be alert at all times and able to respond to emergencies.
Must be able to lift and carry a child up to 50 pounds or drag.
Must be able to operate the special equipment on the school bus (wheelchair lift, wheelchair tie-downs, car seat, etc.).
No use of a cell phone while students are on the bus unless of an emergency.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children.
General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use email.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Develops appropriate relationships with staff, students, and parents.
Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on the school bus; monitor and assist students while the bus is in operation.
Consult with and assist bus driver in the documentation of student information, recordkeeping, and completing route surveys
Assists young and/or disabled students in boarding and/or exiting the school bus
Assist your driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses, and wheelchair clamps are secured as required.
Assist in the safe bus transportation and care of student’s medical, physical, and/or behavioral needs as described in his/her Individual Education Program (IEP) plan.
May be required to lift and/or move students as necessary for transportation purposes.
Coordinate seating of pre-kindergarten students with your bus driver as required by State Transportation Guidelines.
Tends to the special needs and conditions of each student.
Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
Assist handicapped children on and off the bus; assure the student's parent/guardian meets the bus before leaving the bus stop.
Help maintain a clean and orderly bus daily.
Learn basic operation of a school bus in case of emergency.
Operates and communicates with 2-way radio if needed.
Communicate with the supervisor/dispatch any observed changes in the student’s behavior, medical or physical condition.
Receive overall direction from Transportation Supervisor or Dispatch regarding such matters as assigned hours, appropriateness of student discipline measures, and procedures for carrying out assigned duties.
Receive direction from the assigned bus driver regarding safety and emergency procedures to be followed in assisting the driver.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned
Assist the substitute driver with directions as needed
Assists the school bus driver in conducting scheduled emergency evacuation drills on the school bus.
Presents a neat, clean, and courteous appearance to parents, students, school personnel, and the general public