Bus Assistant

Peoria Unified School District • Peoria, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bus Assistant supports students’ safety and conduct while riding the bus and helps ensure they board and exit in an orderly manner. The role includes assisting young and/or disabled students, securing wheelchairs and other supportive equipment, and maintaining records in accordance with Peoria Unified School District guidelines. The position is in the Transportation Department and is supervised by the Director of Transportation. The term of employment is 9 months.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is preferred, and/or an equivalent combination of experience and education that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must pass a background clearance check.
• Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification and be willing to use it in an emergency.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and pass the Physical Performance Test.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and city statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Peoria Unified School District and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures for working with students with special needs and handling transportation equipment, such as walkers, braces, wheelchairs, and oxygen equipment; suctioning procedures may also be required, and employees will be trained.
• Physical ability to lift and move students.
• Skill in working with children.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, vendors, students, parents, the general public, and others doing business with the school district.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe student conduct on the bus and ensure students board and exit in an orderly fashion.
• Assist young and/or disabled students in entering and exiting the bus, including lifting and safely securing wheelchairs.
• Keep written records of student violations and other records required by Peoria Unified School District guidelines.
• Collect personal items left on the bus and turn them in to school offices.
• Attend to students and their needs.
• Secure wheelchairs using tie-downs and seat belts, and manage other supportive equipment used in transporting students.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED