Bus Assistant - Waterford, NY

Job Description - Bus Assistant - Waterford, NY (261941) Overview Summit School Services is committed to providing a safe and reliable transportation experience for students. We are hiring a School Bus Assistant to support bus drivers in managing student transportation, ensuring safety, and maintaining a positive classroom environment on the vehicle. Responsibilities Assist students with entering and exiting the bus in a safe manner. Seat students safely using seat belts, car seats, wheel chair restraints, etc. Serve as a role model for students, 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 evacuating the vehicle in case of emergency. Ensure that children take their belongings when leaving the bus. Assist the 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 employees, supervisors, parents, and school personnel. Present a neat and professional appearance at all times. Report to duty on time and perform all responsibilities safely. 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, 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 to remain qualified. Must have a high degree of attention to detail and considerable dexterity to safely use 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, employees, parents and school district personnel. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to lift and assist students when necessary. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Basic life insurance coverage. Holiday pay and PTO accrual. Retirement savings plan enrollment. Equal Employment Opportunity Summit School Services is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Summit School Services has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct incompatible with its values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. It is committed to protecting and safeguarding all children and passengers. Location 1 Industry Drive, Waterford, NY 12188 Pay Starting Pay: $18.33 per hour. Regular Wage: $17.80; Training: $15.00. Position is full‑time, day shift, and permanent. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Express