North Little Rock School District Transportation Bus Aide

Bus Aide

The Bus Aide plays a crucial role in assisting with the transportation of students, including those with special needs, within the North Little Rock School District. Responsibilities include helping with loading and unloading students, ensuring students' adherence to safety rules, and maintaining order on the bus.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain a high standard of professional conduct, including punctual attendance and independent time-management.
• Clock in at the assigned scheduled time.
• Clock out in a timely manner upon completing assigned duties and tasks.
• Ride on the assigned bus, unless directed otherwise by a Dispatcher.
• Sit in a seat facilitating student observation and management, typically at the rear of the bus or behind the last occupied student seat.
• Assist the bus driver, parents, and school personnel in loading and unloading students, particularly preschool and physically impaired students.
• Check the wheelchair lift operation daily and reviews wheelchair securing points and occupant restraints for proper functioning.
• Assist the bus driver and students in following school bus rules and procedures.
• Assist the driver with maintaining an updated seating chart with student information and ensures each student's presence on the bus.
• Ensure seat belts, wheelchair secure points and occupant restraints are properly stored when not in use.
• Remain alert to student needs, provide directions, and maintain order.
• Keeps records of student injuries and report them immediately to the dispatcher or director of transportation.
• Maintain discipline when students are on the bus and submit conduct referrals to report misconduct following the proper protocol.
• Perform various relevant duties, including securing wheelchairs, cleaning up students, helping the driver clean the bus, securing carry-on items, and assisting with inspections.
• Familiarize themselves with assigned routes, runs, bus stops, student names, and exceptionalities.
• Provide assistance to substitute bus drivers when needed.
• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
• Attend monthly and annual trainings.
• Prioritize safety as an essential function of daily operation, consistently adhering to all regulatory guidelines and district policies.
• Follow all District protocols and board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum age of eighteen (18) years of age

Competency Statement(s):

Passenger and Customer Focus- Prioritize student safety and well-being during transit while strictly adhering to district transportation policies and state motor vehicle procedures.

Inclusive Student Management- Model respectful, equitable behavior and manage student conduct effectively, fostering a safe and supportive environment for all passengers regardless of demographic background or individual needs.

Diversity Oriented- Ability to work effectively with people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion or job type.

Professional Integrity and Trustworthiness- Demonstrate strict adherence to safety regulations and maintain transparent, honest communication with transportation supervisors, school administrators, parents and co-workers to ensure operational credibility.

Stress Tolerance and Situational Composure- Maintains calm, focused control of the vehicle and passengers during high-stress situations, heavy traffic, or adverse weather conditions to ensure safe, deliberate decision-making.

Operational Reliability and Punctuality- Commit to consistent, punctual attendance and exact route scheduling to guarantee dependable student pick-up and drop-off windows.

Team Alignment and Student Leadership- Cultivate cooperation and establish positive authority on the bus, motivating students to follow safety rules and work together to maintain a distraction-free ride.

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Experience: No prior experience is necessary.

Other Requirements: Drug screening, non-DOT physical, FBI and ASP Background check, Child Maltreatment Background Check

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, provided supporting medical documentation is submitted.

Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand Walk Sit Handling /Fingering Reach Outward Reach Above Shoulder Climb Crawl Squat or Kneel Bend

10 lbs or less N (Not Applicable)

11-20 lbs N (Not Applicable)

21-50 lbs N (Not Applicable)

51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Over 100lbs O (Occasionally)

Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F (Frequently) 13-25 lbs F (Frequently) 26-40 lbs O (Occasionally) 41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Work Environment: The School Bus Aide must perform their duties in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme cold and extreme heat.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The North Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.