Bus Aide

Supervisor: Supervisor &/or Assistant Supervisor, Transportation Inspect interior of bus; seats, seat belts, safety restraints, wheelchair tie-downs and wheelchair lift Assist in transporting challenged children and/or children with behavior problems to and from school, as well as related activities Know and follow the district, state, and federal rules, regulations, procedures and law as they relate to the operation of a school bus Exercise student management through correct use of communication Load and unload physically challenged passengers using safe and responsible procedures Be familiar with each child's particular handicap and care Be able to control the students while on the bus to ensure a minimum amount of distraction for the driver. Ensure that students requiring seat belts have their belts on at all times while on the bus Be able to control an emergency in a proper manner. Assist in completing bus evacuation drills in accordance with local and state standards Maintain all requirements to be a school bus assistant in the State of New Mexico Attend all required in-service training and be able to comply with all contractual obligations Attend MDT meetings as required Know how to operate two-way radio correctly and according to company policy. Check for students and lost items after each route. Assist in keeping the bus clean and in order Assist in maintaining, reading and understanding route sheets. Keeping all documents on the bus in order Maintain good work habits and keep a presentable appearance which includes proper dress and good hygiene Maintain a cooperative attitude and communicate with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, passengers and school personnel. Have a positive attitude and communicate with students, parents, teachers, co-workers and supervisors Flexibility and patience are required. Complete job assignments on time without direct supervision. Duties will require working until all students are home safely or returned to school if no parent/guardian is there to receive them. Accept other responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary by supervisor Position: Bus Aide Supervisor: Supervisor &/or Assistant Supervisor, Transportation General Job Description: Assist special needs children transported to and from school. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Inspect interior of bus; seats, seat belts, safety restraints, wheelchair tie-downs and wheelchair lift Assist in transporting challenged children and/or children with behavior problems to and from school, as well as related activities Know and follow the district, state, and federal rules, regulations, procedures and law as they relate to the operation of a school bus Exercise student management through correct use of communication Load and unload physically challenged passengers using safe and responsible procedures Be familiar with each child's particular handicap and care Be able to control the students while on the bus to ensure a minimum amount of distraction for the driver. Ensure that students requiring seat belts have their belts on at all times while on the bus Be able to control an emergency in a proper manner. Assist in completing bus evacuation drills in accordance with local and state standards Maintain all requirements to be a school bus assistant in the State of New Mexico Attend all required in-service training and be able to comply with all contractual obligations Attend MDT meetings as required Know how to operate two-way radio correctly and according to company policy. Check for students and lost items after each route. Assist in keeping the bus clean and in order Assist in maintaining, reading and understanding route sheets. Keeping all documents on the bus in order Maintain good work habits and keep a presentable appearance which includes proper dress and good hygiene Maintain a cooperative attitude and communicate with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, passengers and school personnel. Maintain a professional demeanor Have a positive attitude and communicate with students, parents, teachers, co-workers and supervisors Flexibility and patience are required. Complete job assignments on time without direct supervision. Duties will require working until all students are home safely or returned to school if no parent/guardian is there to receive them. Accept other responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary by supervisor Qualifications Must be18 years of age and older. Pass a Physical examination by a licensed physician. Must pass a substance abuse test as prescribed by local school board policy. Must have a valid First Aid & CPR Certificate. Must pass a satisfactory criminal background check. Must have physical abilities to meet job requirements. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required: Sitting, standing, lifting, stars, moving about the bus, carrying (up to 60 pounds), reaching, squatting, and kneeling pushing wheelchairs, riding bus for a long period of time and able to hear traffic, emergency vehicles, students and radio. Equipment/Technology Handled: Gasoline and Diesel Fuels, Lubricants, Washing Equipment and be willing to learn to operate all multimedia equipment including current technology. Work Environment: Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required. Terms of Employment: Salary and work calendar established yearly by the district. #J-18808-Ljbffr Farmington Municipal Schools