What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Aide position at Holcomb Bus?
Job Title: Bus Aide
Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Bus Driver/Office Manager
Job Summary:
The bus aide assists in the physical and behavioral care of the passengers during transport to and from school/location. In addition, this individual will help with the safe boarding, riding and exiting of students/passengers.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist the bus driver when requested or as needed
- Assist students requiring help loading or unloading the bus
- Monitor the students well-being and behavior during the route
- Respond appropriately to students needs during the route and notify the driver of emergencies or issues
- Be familiar with the daily routes to assist a substitute or new driver
- Secure special needs students and or equipment with restraints, tie downs, wheelchairs, seatbelts, car seats, etc.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Help prepare documentation for accident, incident, or student related issues; report issues to driver and office personnel.
- Keep bus clean from debris and anything left from students; Clean up bus after use
- Collect and report any items/personal belongings left on bus
- Must be able to physically move throughout the bus
- Any additional duties as assigned by the Bus Driver/Office Manager
Qualifications:
- Must be able to read and understand and communicate in English
- Must remain polite and professional to students, teachers, school officials parents and office personnel
- Must practice good personal hygiene while transporting students/passengers
- Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 lbs. and be able to assist in evacuating clients in an emergency