What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Aide position at Fruitport Community Schools?
FRUITPORT COMMUNITY SCHOOLSNOTICE OF INTENT TO EMPLOY
POSITION: Bus Aide
DEPARTMENT: Transportation
General Summary of Position: Assist in the safe transportation of special education students to ensure a safe and hazard free environment for all students.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- To provide safe and comfortable conditions for pupils who ride the bus.
- To assist pupils as they enter and leave the bus and assist in loading and unloading students in a wheelchair.
- To see that pupils are seated before the vehicle is in motion. Assist pupils in refastening seat belts as necessary.
- To observe pupil behavior and take positive action in correcting behavioral problems.
- To assist in bus emergency evacuation.
- To assist in the proper securement of wheelchairs.
- To assist in proper passenger restraint securement.
- To keep all students, parents, and staff information confidential.
- To have a positive attitude in working with students, parents, community members, and other staff members.
- To prepare reports and keep all records as required.
- To assist with any medical condition of any student.
- To perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalency.
- Prior experience working with children.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 45 pounds.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Must have a good attendance record.
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Internal candidates interested in applying for this position may do so by sending a letter of interest Transportation Director, Kathy Randall, 3255 E. Pontaluna Rd, Fruitport, MI 49415.
External candidates interested in applying for this position may do so by clicking on the Departments tab and then selecting the Employment tab on our website: wwwfruitportschools.net
DATE OF POSTING: August 1, 2024
DATE POSTING ENDS: Until Filled
Fruitport Community Schools | 3255 East Pontaluna Rd. | Fruitport, MI 49415 | 231-865-4001
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, height, weight, marital or family status, religion, military status ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road
