About the Department

Purpose Statement

The job of Bus Transportation Aide is done for the purposes of providing support within the transportation services area with specific responsibilities for assisting students in special education during transport to and from school and/or special activities; monitoring, assisting, and caring for students.

This job reports to assigned supervisor.

Position Duties

Essential Functions

Assists students with disabilities and other passengers (e.g. loading and unloading students safely from buses during normal transport and emergency situations; providing behavior support for student bus passengers; cleaning up after students as needed, etc.) for the purpose of providing safe transportation for students.

Supports proper bus behavior and emergency procedures for the purpose of enforcing rules/regulations and maintaining student safety and wellbeing.

Assists students in wheelchairs by loading chairs before departure and assists Bus Driver to ensure students are safely fastened into their seats; secures seat belts, harnesses, and various adaptive and assistive devices; de-escalates aggressive student behavior.

Maintains routine records and reports related to student behavior and assigned activities (e.g. incident reports, passenger misconduct, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, conveying information, and/or complying with established guidelines.

Monitors students with disabilities until released to teacher, instructional assistant, parent, etc. (e.g. providing necessary physical assistance, dialogue, reassurance, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe transportation of all students. 

Determines appropriate action in potential or real medical emergencies according to established guidelines; administers first aid to passengers as needed.

Facilitates activities on assigned bus (e.g. games, book reading, group conversation, etc.) for the purpose of supporting positive student behavior and learning.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience: Job related experience is desired

Education: No specific education level is required.

Equivalency: Experience working with children with special needs is preferred.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid certifications of First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED must be obtained within the first six months of employment  or be submitted at the time of application.  Only certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or District approved provider for First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED will be accepted.  Online certifications will be accepted from these vendors as long as a hands-on skills assessment is completed.  Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment.

Required Testing

Pre-Employment Proficiency Test

Clearances

Pre-Employment Fingerprinting

TB Testing

Continuing Educ/Training

Mandated Reporter Training 

Certificates

Valid certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or Save-A-Life Educators in First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED must be obtained within the first six months of employment or be submitted at the time of application. Online certifications will be accepted from these vendors as long as a hands-on skills assessment is completed. Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment.

Other Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records; operating equipment used in transporting students with special needs; and administering first aid when required.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies

required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures; age appropriate activities/behaviors; rules/regulations/policies related to student safety; general knowledge of child guidance, motivational principles for students with special education needs; District special education processes; and bus transportation protocols for students.

ABILITY is required to use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: observing health and safety regulations; understanding and relating to students with disabilities; working as part of a team; implementing required intervention processes; assessing issues; and providing solutions.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.

Hazards

- Riding in a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.

- Potential exposure to communicable diseases and contact with bodily fluids.

- Potential for contact with physically aggressive student behavior.