Bus Attendant

PENDERGAST SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Bus Attendant
EXEMPT: No
GRADE: 106
LOCATION: Transportation
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 9-Month
REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SUMMARY: The job of Bus Attendant is done for the purpose(s) of providing for the safety and welfare of students during non-classroom activities; communicating observations and incidents that may impact students’ development or general well-being to other school personnel; and providing appropriate emergency care as may be necessary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Social Security Card
• Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles
• Valid picture ID
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) /background clearance (upon employment)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Job-related experience

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers first-aid for the purpose of providing immediate emergency care
• Assists bus driver as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Assists students with personal care requirements for the purpose of addressing need or referral
• Monitors students on and/or around the buses for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students
• Prepares reports (e.g. incident reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and providing reference for follow-up actions
• Reports observations and incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, violations of campus rules, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to teachers and/or administration
• Secures students and/or equipment (e.g. wheelchairs, etc.) with restraints and/or tie downs for the purpose of ensuring the safety and welfare of students
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Skills are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, read and follow instructions; and understand multi-step oral and written instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: pertinent codes, policies, regulation and/or laws.

Ability is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; establishing and maintaining effective relationships with students; being attentive to detail and adhering to safely practices.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the Organization’s services.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; and some fine-finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 30% walking and 10% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.