Bus Assistant

Overview Job Description - Bus Assistant (252608) Bus Assistant - ( 252608 ) National Express companies share a strong commitment to provide the highest level of transportation safety, quality transportation, outstanding customer service and positive employee relations. Our corporate headquarters, located in Lisle, Illinois, houses the administrative and corporate support functions for the organization. Our 250+ local customer service centers (CSCs) are supported by regional operations teams located throughout North America. Learn more at nellc.com. To support the safe and reliable transportation of students by assisting the bus driver with the movement, management and care of students while they are being transported to an assigned destination as well as when they are boarding or leaving the vehicle. Responsibilities Assist students with entering or exiting the bus in a safe manner. Seat students safely using needed seat belts, car seats or wheel chair restraints, etc. Serve as a role model for students in demonstrating a positive attitude, good moral character, and integrity. Monitor passengers at all times to ensure safety regulations and student conduct rules are followed. Exercise student management through communication and discipline per Company policy. Document and report any violations or conduct concerns to appropriate authority. Physically assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency. Ensure that children take their belongings with them when leaving the bus. Assist Driver in keeping the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable. Complete all required paperwork and submit to the appropriate employee/department in a timely manner. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, and school personnel; always promoting company goodwill. Present a neat and professional appearance at all times. Report to duty on time and perform all responsibilities in a safe manner. Attend all assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age; for New York School Bus Assistants, must be at least 19 years of age per state law. Must meet physical and medical requirements. Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings in order to remain qualified. Must have a high degree of attention to detail and considerable dexterity to safely use various types of restraints, secure wheelchairs, etc. Ability to relate to and work well with children. Ability to maintain effective pupil behavior management. High level of professionalism and diplomacy skills to work with students, fellow employees, parents, and school district personnel. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to lift and assist students when necessary. Details Company name is: Durham School Services Pay for Bus Assistant is $18.61 per hour. Employees are eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA). We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan. National Express has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. National Express is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers. At National Express our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. National Express LLC’s independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. Location Aurora, IL 1019 Jericho Road C/O DURHAM 3073 Aurora 60506 Job Organization United States Bus Schedule Part-time Shift Day Job Employee Status Regular Travel No Job Posting Oct 29, 2025, 5:47:45 AM National Express LLC | 2601 Navistar Drive Lisle, IL 60532 #J-18808-Ljbffr