Student Bus Aide - Safe Transit ; Part-Time

School Bus Aide

This position provides responsible support work in assisting Transit Operators within the Pupil Transportation Division to transport students to and from school and special events. The aide monitors student behavior and assists in ensuring a safe and orderly environment during transit. The work is primarily performed under the immediate supervision of a Transit Operator and reports to a Transit Operations Supervisor.

Starting pay: $20.50 an hour. The starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity.

Part‑time: 20-29 hours per week. This is a non‑exempt position and is eligible for pro‑rated benefits.

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Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of continuous. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

• Assist students boarding and leaving the school bus to prevent congestion and unsafe conditions.
• Assist 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.
• Work collaboratively with the transit operator to ensure smooth and safe transport, including responding to emergency situations, unusual delays, or route changes.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections to ensure the vehicle and safety equipment are in proper working order; promptly report any defects or concerns.
• Establish rapport with students to maintain order and compliance on the bus.
• Communicate effectively with transit operators, supervisors, students, parents, and faculty to ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Support students with special transportation needs, including secure handling of mobility equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, braces, crutches), assisting students with boarding, and maintaining compliance with applicable safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of student behavior, safety incidents, and other required documentation.
• Ensure safe and clean vehicle condition throughout each shift in accordance with department standards.
• Follow established safety protocols during bus rides, loading/unloading, and emergency drills.
• Support departmental goal to provide dependable, efficient, and safe transportation service to students.
• May be required to work non‑traditional work schedules, including weeknights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Be available to be called back to work in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. The employee must be able 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.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

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

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.

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

• Must 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.
• Must successfully pass Tuberculosis (TB) testing.
• May be required to possess a valid appropriate…