Bus Attendant (PT)

Bus Attendant

The Bus Attendant assists students during transport to and from school and special activities; and ensures the safety and well-being of the special education students on the bus.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Speak, read, write, analyze, understand, and follow written and verbal communication in English including grammar and punctuation; listen to, and understand information and ideas presented verbally or in writing
• Must successfully pass and maintain the ability to complete the USBE Physical Assessment Standards for Utah School Bus Drivers
• Hold or obtain CPR & First Aid Certificate within six months of hire
• Adaptability and understanding of cultural differences and in working in a diverse environment while coping with stressful situations related to students

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with children with special needs

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Assist special education students (e.g., crossing in front of bus, getting wheelchairs off and on, attaching safety vests, during evacuation drills, walkers, etc.) to ensure they drop off at appropriate destinations and get safely to the curb or sidewalk along with providing for special needs during transport, safe loading and unloading from buses, including both emergencies and normal transport. Secure students with seat belts and wheelchairs with tie-downs to ensure the safety and well-being of students
• As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Assist bus driver in the instruction of students (e.g., bus safety, safe crossing, safe loading and unloading, staying out of danger zone, etc.) to enforce rules and regulations and maintain safety
• Learn bus routes to assist substitute bus drivers filling-in for regular driver
• Monitor students with special needs until released to teacher, instructional assistant, parent, etc
• Monitors student behavior (e.g., unruly, disruptive, abusive language, physical challenges, weapons, drugs, etc.) to prevent distraction to the driver or injury to themselves or other students and passengers
• Respond to emergency situations (e.g., injured student, etc.) to resolve immediate safety concerns and direct them to appropriate personnel for resolution
• Report observations and incidents (e.g., discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) to appropriate personnel
• Prepare documentation (e.g., incident reports, records, paperwork required by school district, etc.) to document activities, provide written support, and convey information
• Participate in meetings, workshops, training and seminars, as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform functions
• Exercise good judgment and discretion while maintaining confidentiality to promote a positive working environment
• Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required
• Support a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform the duties of the position. Assist other personnel and perform other duties as may be required to ensure an efficient and effective work environment
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively
• Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders
• Work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information, and meeting deadlines
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Employee Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Work Environment & Physical Demands: Bus Attendant Physical Demands Form

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Non-Discrimination Statement

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, View phone number on click.appcast.io. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, View phone number on click.appcast.io.