School Bus Aide

BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter SchoolsJersey City, NJ
Onsite

About The Position

The Bus Aide supports the safe transportation of students by assisting the bus driver in maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive environment during transportation to and from school and school-related activities. The Bus Aide assists students during loading and unloading, supports student supervision, and helps ensure compliance with school transportation policies and safety procedures.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Experience working with children preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and staff.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
  • Ability to meet all required background check and clearance requirements.
  • Able to use a tablet computer.
  • Ability to board and exit a school bus multiple times per shift.
  • Ability to assist students during loading, unloading, and emergency situations.
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, or assist with mobility devices as required, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
  • Able to use a tablet computer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the bus driver in maintaining appropriate student behavior and adherence to school transportation expectations.
  • Support the implementation of school transportation safety rules and procedures.
  • Assist younger students and students with disabilities during boarding, transportation, and unloading activities.
  • Help ensure students board and exit the bus safely and in an orderly manner and check them in and out using tablet computer.
  • Follow school-established student release procedures, including verification of authorized individuals.
  • Verify that students are transported to their assigned destinations and follow established procedures for any student remaining on the bus after route completion.
  • Document and report student conduct concerns and transportation incidents in accordance with school procedures.
  • Collect and turn in items left on the bus according to school lost-and-found procedures.
  • Provide age-appropriate reminders regarding transportation safety practices, including seat belt use.
  • Participate in emergency evacuation drills and transportation safety training.
  • Assist students and the bus driver during emergencies or accidents in accordance with established procedures.
  • Maintain professional, ethical, and respectful interactions with students, families, staff, and community members.
  • Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and appropriate conduct.
  • Attend required meetings, trainings, workshops, and professional development activities.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student, family, and employee information in accordance with FERPA, school policies, and applicable laws.
  • Perform duties in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and school policies.
  • Assist with maintaining cleanliness of the bus, including removing trash and light cleaning duties at the conclusion of assigned routes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
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