Substitute Bus​/Van Assistant

Substitute Bus/Van Assistant

Stow-Munroe Falls City School District BUS GARAGE - STOW, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job : 4369903

Final date to receive applications: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Mar 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: BUS ASSISTANT File 701

Reports to: Assigned administrator/supervisor

Job Objective: Monitors/assists students to ensure safe, efficient and courteous transportation services.

NOTE:

Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the regular schedule.

Minimum Valid state department of education license/permit as determined at the time of appointment.

Qualifications:

• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

Physical Demands: Duties may require providing physical assistance to students.

NOTE:

Blood-borne pathogen/communicable disease, child abuse/neglect, CPR and/or first aid/injury prevention training may be required as a condition of employment.

Essential 1. Monitors and assists students under the guidance of the bus/van driver.

• Assists with passenger loading and unloading. Ensures passengers are seated before the vehicle moves.
  
  NOTE:
  
  The driver and bus aide/monitor work as a team on wheelchair lift vehicles to secure seat belts, wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.
• Communicates rules to students (i.e., expectations and consequences).
• Keeps the bus driver and school personnel informed about behavior concerns.
• Works with staff to identify student assistance strategies most likely to be effective.
• Attends to student concerns discreetly when assistance is requested.
• Provides help as needed when aware of passengers with medical/health considerations.
• Learns proper procedures to assist students during emergency bus evacuations.
• Learns how to operate fire/safety equipment.
• Promptly reports work-related injuries to a supervisor.
• Helps the driver clean up spills or other conditions that may contribute to an accident.
• Protects district property. Implements procedures to prevent the loss of supplies/equipment.

• Fosters goodwill to enhance the district’s public image.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Contributes to an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.
• Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual. Maintains a professional appearance.
• Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Works effectively with minimal supervision. Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.

• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Seeks clarification when directives are unclear.
• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.

• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Provides appropriate student supervision.
• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with administrative directives and federal/state laws when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.

• Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.

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