School Bus Aide

School Bus AideThe Transportation Program strives to improve student achievement by providing safe, timely, and cost-effective transportation for all eligible students in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as City ordinances and the City of Chicago's Board of Education's policies and procedures.Under immediate supervision, assists students riding on the school bus to and from school and performs related duties as required.Citywide School Bus Aide will perform the following: Fastens and secure seatbelts, harnesses/ and other safety equipment, maintain order on the school bus to minimize driver distraction and create a safe environment, report any event, injury and/or misbehavior that may jeopardize the safe transport of a student to and from school to appropriate personnel, completes routing lists and related transportation forms for the purpose of the communicating sequence of bus stops.Desirable Minimum Qualifications:Training and Experience:High school diploma or GED equivalent.Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:Ability to work autonomously while exercising good judgment and problem-solving skillsAbility to operate safety equipmentDemonstrate patience and empathy in order to successfully interact with various student populations, parent/guardians, and school administration.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.Physical Requirements:Frequent walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling, Exerts twenty (20) to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally. Works outside and inside with moderate exposure to extreme temperatures. May work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts.Preferred Skills:General knowledge of disabilities listed within the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.Skilled in communicating with school aged childrenBenefits: Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:Medical Plan OptionsPharmacyDentalVisionBehavioral Health & EAPEmployee Wellness ProgramFinancial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:Basic Life InsuranceLife and Disability InsurancePension PlansSupplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Spot Pet InsuranceWork-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:Paid LeaveSick LeaveVacation DaysParental LeavesShort-Term DisabilityReligious HolidaysLeavesReference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.