Early Childhood Bus Aide

Overview

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments. Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent.

• The Bus Aide is responsible for assisting the Bus Driver/Facilities Custodian to ensure children observe CPLC ECD safety rules and regulations while traveling on the school bus.
• Provide educational activities which will complement the children’s classroom education.
• Provide clear and appropriate directives to children regarding conduct and safety on the school bus.
• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success as it relates to this position.
• Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments.
• Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment.
• Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

• Education/Background:
  High School Diploma/GED is required; however, CDA is preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Must have at least six months experience and/or training with children ages 0-5 is preferred.
• Other requirements:
  Good communication skills both written and verbal; ability to follow through on assigned tasks; relate positively and clearly with children, parents, volunteers, and staff; demonstrate basic computer literacy. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Licenses: A valid Texas Driver’s License free of restrictions is preferred for centers located in Texas, and a valid New Mexico Driver's License free of restrictions is preferred for centers located in New Mexico.

• Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• CPLC emphasizes fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies to support equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement.
• Learn more by visiting the EEOC poster at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• California Residents:
  Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Learn more about the Fair Chance Act from the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.