KUNA JT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 3 JOB VACANCY
Job Status: All Applicants
Job Title: Bus Aide
Location: Support Services
Calendar: 178 Days
Hours: Full Time
Pay: $13.80 - $16.41/hr depending on experience
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Public Employees Retirement System paid 6 hours or more.
We are looking for caring individuals who love working with children and are very reliable. Great for stay-at-home parents or retirees looking for full or part-time hours.
Job Summary:
Assists the school bus driver in providing safe transportation of pupils with special transportation needs to and from public schools and various activities, providing help to the school bus driver; loading/securing wheelchairs on the bus; securing passengers in their seats; and assisting students boarding and exiting the school bus. Special needs Medicaid record keeping.
Skills and Requirements
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Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
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Ability to maintain accurate records, complete forms, and complete essential paperwork
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Ability to operate PC computer and use district-adopted software
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Ability to prioritize and multitask; ability to work accurately under pressure with frequent interruptions.
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Ability to interact with a diverse group of individuals in a courteous and tactful manner, under stress, and in a proactive manner.
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Exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and empathy when interacting with bus drivers, students, and his/her family.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working with children.
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General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use email.
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High school diploma or equivalent.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
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Develops appropriate relationships with staff, students, and parents.
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Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on the school bus; monitor and assist students while the bus is in operation.
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Consult with and assist bus driver in the documentation of student information, recordkeeping, and completing route surveys
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Assists young and/or disabled students in boarding and/or exiting the school bus
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Assist your driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses, and wheelchair clamps are secured as required.
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Assist in the safe bus transportation and care of student’s medical, physical, and/or behavioral needs as described in his/her Individual Education Program (IEP) plan.
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May be required to lift and/or move students as necessary for transportation purposes.
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Coordinate seating of pre-kindergarten students with your bus driver as required by State Transportation Guidelines.
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Tends to the special needs and conditions of each student.
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Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
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Assist handicapped children on and off the bus; assure the student's parent/guardian meets the bus before leaving the bus stop.
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Help maintain a clean and orderly bus daily.
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Learn basic operation of a school bus in case of emergency.
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Operates and communicates with 2-way radio if needed.
- Communicate with the supervisor/dispatch any observed changes in the student’s behavior, medical or physical condition.
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Receive overall direction from Transportation Supervisor or Dispatch regarding such matters as assigned hours, appropriateness of student discipline measures, and procedures for carrying out assigned duties.
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Receive direction from the assigned bus driver regarding safety and emergency procedures to be followed in assisting the driver.
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Perform other related duties as required or assigned
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Assist the substitute driver with directions as needed
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Assists the school bus driver in conducting scheduled emergency evacuation drills on the school bus.
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Presents a neat, clean, and courteous appearance to parents, students, school personnel, and the general public
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be alert at all times and able to respond to emergencies. Must be able to lift and carry a child up to 50 pounds or drag. Must be able to operate the special equipment on the school bus (wheelchair lift, wheelchair tie-downs, car seat, etc.). No use of a cell phone while students are on the bus unless of an emergency.
Please direct any questions about the position to: [email protected]
Or about pay and benefits to: [email protected]
