Transportation Aide

Bus Para

The primary duty of the bus para is to assist students during their bus route. Maintains consistent and punctual attendance. Aides are expected to report to Transportation and clock in 10 minutes prior to leave time. Assist students from the door to their seat, wheelchair bracket or special equipment, and secure them as applicable before the driver continues. Cooperate with the driver to maintain the safety equipment to include harnesses, straps, tie-downs, etc. Maintain all equipment, stored and organized for safe and efficient use. Be seated in the mid-to-back of the bus, so that the students are visible and communication with the driver can be heard. Actively supervise all students and address any discipline. Interact with students in a positive, professional, and caring manner. Report to the driver if a student is brought to the bus in any unsanitary condition either from home or school. Be familiar with the driver's records to help assist substitute drivers with the schedule and route. If any unsafe incident occurs on the bus, you are required to fill out an incident report. Assist the driver with Railroad crossing safety especially where line of sight is hindered. Conduct reports are to be made if the student is having unusual behavior. Communicate with the director for clarification and report concerns. Sanitize the bus after each route. This includes all seats, special equipment and handrails. Ride other routes as needed. Be aware of safety procedures. Satisfy all guidelines contained within the department handbook.