Associate, Bus

Job TitleResponsible for the safe and efficient transportation of school bus pupils within local, state, and/or federal guidelines and/or policies.QualificationsPrefer high school diploma or equivalent. Up-to-date or ability to obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)/restraint certification and current first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training certification.Performance ResponsibilitiesProvides a welcoming, friendly, and safe environment for students.Assists with the safe condition and cleanliness of the bus.Assist in reporting discipline issues.Maintains student control.Maintains and submits appropriate reports in a timely manner.Reports any hazardous conditions to the appropriate personnel.Assists in properly and safely loading and unloading of students with the use of a variety of equipment.Uses proper procedures for restraining students for safe travel.Assists the driver in implementing behavior strategies to reinforce desired behaviorAdjusts seating arrangement to accommodate the appropriate needs of students.Performs other job related duties as assigned.CompetenciesPerform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios.Read a variety of manuals; writes documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others.Understand multi-step written and oral instructions.Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional situations; Responds promptly to student, staff, and public needs.Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Creates and maintains a positive and conducive work environment.Oral Communication - Responds well to questions.Written Communication - Edits work for spelling and grammar.Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.Ethics - Treats people with respect.Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful and positive manner.Safety and Security - Uses equipment and materials properly.Language SkillsAbility to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.Ability to write correspondence.Ability to work with a variety of people and maintain confidentiality of information.Technology SkillsTo perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet and District software.Knowledge of appropriate business machines and telephones.Monitor special system(s), not limited to, including security and fire alarm systems.Physical DemandsThe 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 the essential functions.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. In addition, some carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: requires sitting, walking, and standing.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.Terms of EmploymentTen-month, employee pay and benefits in accordance with Board policy.FLSA: Non-ExemptPart-Time Employee Benefits in accordance with Board policy.EvaluationPerformance to be evaluated in accordance with the Board policy on evaluation of support personnel.