School Bus Aide (20-29 hour

School Bus Aide

The School Bus Aide performs responsible support work in assisting Transit Operators within the Pupil Transportation Division to transport students to and from school and special events. Monitors student behavior and assists in ensuring a safe and orderly environment during transit. The work is primarily and most frequently performed under the immediate supervision of a Transit Operator. Reports to a Transit Operations Supervisor.

Starting pay is $21.12 an hour. This is a part-time 20-29 hour per week, non-exempt, position and is eligible for pro-rated benefits. The city provides excellent benefits including paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Assists students boarding and leaving the school bus to prevent congestion and unsafe conditions.
• Assists in creating and maintaining a safe environment during transit by monitoring student behavior, seatbelt usage, addressing potential safety concerns, and reporting incidents promptly to the transit operator or supervisor.
• Works collaboratively with the transit operator to ensure smooth and safe transport, including responding to emergency situations, unusual delays, or route changes.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle and safety equipment are in proper working order; promptly reports any defects or concerns.
• Establishes rapport with students to maintain order and compliance on the bus.
• Communicates effectively with transit operators, supervisors, students, parents, and faculty to ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Supports students with special transportation needs, including secure handling of mobility equipment (i.e., wheelchairs, braces, crutches, etc.), assisting students with boarding, and maintaining compliance with applicable safety guidelines.
• Maintains accurate records of student behavior, safety incidents, and other required documentation.
• Ensures safe and clean vehicle condition throughout each shift in accordance with department standards.
• Follows established safety protocols during bus rides, loading/unloading, and emergency drills.
• Supports departmental goal to provide dependable, efficient, and safe transportation service to students.
• May be required to work nontraditional work schedule, including weeknights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Subject to being called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. The employee must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties

• May operate a city owned vehicle in transportation of students.
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Education and Experience:

Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the eighth grade.

Preferred:

• Some experience in managing or caring for children and/or working in youth services.

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:

• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, pre-employment drug screen (Virginia Department of Transportation), pre-employment physical, and a pre-employment DMV driving record review.
• Required to successfully pass Tuberculosis (TB) testing.
• May be required to possess a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia or ability to obtain one by employment start date and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with City criteria.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Working knowledge of applicable safety standards and protocols for student transportation, including emergency procedures.
• Working knowledge of behavior management and fostering a safe environment.
• Working knowledge of vehicle inspections to identify and report obvious safety concerns or equipment issues.
• Awareness of the needs of students with disabilities during transportation activities, including the proper handling and securing of assistive equipment.
• Basic:
  Ability to understand the meaning of commonly used multi-syllable words and simple paragraphs. Comprehends simple written instructions, signs, and notices.
• Basic:
  Ability to write clear and…