Bus Assistant Substitute - Montcalm/Ionia
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, After School
Position:
Bus Assistant Substitute
Classification: $13.94
Hours:
On Call
Supervisor:
Bus Staff Supervisor
Positions Supervised:
None
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CAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
As a Bus Assistant Substitute, you are responsible for assisting the Bus Driver in providing safe and reliable transportation for children enrolled in the Head Start program. As a Bus Assistant Substitute, you ensure that children are properly supervised, assisted, and secured in appropriate safety restraints during transport. This position supports the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children by providing care, reassurance, and positive interactions while maintaining compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and Agency policies.
Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure the safety of children during transport by maintaining appropriate ratios, utilizing active supervision strategies and adhering to policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with the Bus Driver to assist children during boarding, riding, and exiting the bus. Follow established procedures to ensure children are never left unattended on the bus.
Monitor children's behavior during transport to promote a safe and respectful environment, use positive redirection strategies when necessary.
Provide activities on the bus such as playing games, singing songs, and reading books to the children, and engage in appropriate conversations.
Maintain clear lines of communication with parents/guardians regarding transportation schedules and any issues that may arise. Report any transportation-related concerns to the Bus Staff Supervisor.
Be familiar with emergency procedures to respond effectively in case of an emergency.
Maintain accurate child information paperwork and attendance records. Report any incidents in a timely manner.
Address challenges that may arise between staff and/or parents/guardians in a respectful manner while maintaining confidentiality.
Actively participate in professional development and training opportunities, ensuring compliance with regulations.
By carefully monitoring children at all times, ensuring every child is properly secured in appropriate safety restraints, and maintaining accurate attendance records, the Bus Assistant Substitute shows a commitment to the safety of children.
The Bus Assistant Substitute engages in respectful and professional communication with children, families, and staff to build trust and rapport.
The Bus Assistant Substitute develops trusting relationships by actively engaging with children, acknowledging their feelings, offering reassurance, and displaying patience and understanding.
The Bus Assistant Substitute provides a supportive environment for children to learn and grow by using positive redirection, celebrating achievements, and encouraging independence.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience working with young children.
- Ability to physically assist children, which may include carrying children to and from the bus in case of an emergency.
- Ability to safely and repeatedly climb up and down bus steps to assist children on and off the bus.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- A criminal records background check, including fingerprint checks.
- A valid Michigan driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
This on-call position does not include benefits.
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CAP, Inc. is an equal Employment Opportunity Agency. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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