TITLE: PM School Bus Attendant
DEPARTMENT: Transportation | FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt |
REPORTS TO: Director of Operations | FT/PT: Part-Time |
SALARY: $15.50 per hour starting wage one hour minimum compensation guaranteed. For current district employees applying as an additional role- total work hours will be up to 40/week.
PURPOSE: The Afternoon School Bus Attendant assists the bus driver in ensuring the safe transportation of students to school. This position is responsible for implementing and overseeing Positive Behavior Supports and Interventions (PBIS) and for maintaining order on the bus assisting students with special needs and helping create a secure environment for student transportation.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safety and Supervision:
Monitor student behavior and ensure established rules and procedures as outlined by PBIS MISD transportation expectations and school policies and procedures are being followed by students
Use PBIS to recognize and reinforce positive bus behavior
Assist students in safely boarding and exiting the bus
Ensure students remain seated and follow safety protocols during transit
Report safety concerns incidents or behavioral issues to the bus driver and transportation supervisor and when appropriate building principal or building principals designee
Student Assistance:
Provide assistance to students with disabilities or special needs including help with mobility equipment wheelchairs and safety restraints
Support students who may need help with seat belts bags or other personal items
Offer guidance and reassurance to anxious or upset students
Monitor students for signs of illness or distress during transport
Communication and Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of student attendance and behavior incidents
Communicate effectively with students school staff and transportation personnel
Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to appropriate personnel
Complete required paperwork and incident reports as needed
Emergency Response:
Assist in emergency evacuations and follow established emergency procedures
Provide first aid when necessary and are trained to do so
Help coordinate with emergency responders when situations arise
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
Ability to pass a background check
Physical ability to assist students and handle emergency situations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience and ability to work with children of all ages and abilities
Previous experience working with children preferred
CPR and First Aid certification may be required (Any necessary training would be provided by the district)
EDUCATION and TRAINING:
SUPPORT: Building Principals Transportation Personnel
EVALUATION: Bus attendant will be evaluated by the Director of Operations/Transportation Director in collaboration with the Building Principals
WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment can vary based on activities taking place. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical eight hour workday.
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Individuals who file an application with the school district will be given consideration for employment if they meet or exceed the qualifications set by the Board administration and the Iowa Department of Education for the position for which they apply. In employing individuals the Board will consider the qualifications credentials and records of the applicants without regard to race color creed sex national origin religion age sexual orientation gender identity or disability. In keeping with the law the Board will consider the veteran status of applicants.
Prior to a final offer of employment for any teaching position the school district will perform the background checks required by law. The district may determine on a case-by-case basis that based on the duties other positions within the district will also require background checks. Based upon the results of the background checks the school district will determine whether an offer will be extended. If the candidate is a teacher who has an initial license from the BOEE then the requirement for a background check is waived.
Advertisements and notices for vacancies within the district will contain the following statement: The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer. The statement will also appear on application forms.
Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies including but not limited to complaints of discrimination will be directed to the Affirmative Action Coordinator by writing to the Affirmative Action Coordinator Janelle Brouwer Superintendent Marion Independent School District Marion Iowa 52302; or by telephoning . Inquiries or complaints regarding sex discrimination may be referred to the Districts Equity and Title IX Coordinator Gretchen Kriegel Assistant Superintendent 777 South 15th Street Marion Iowa 52302 3
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies including but not limited to complaints of discrimination may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions Milwaukee Area Office Reuss Federal Plaza 310 West Wisconsin Ave. Suite 800 Milwaukee WI. 53203-2292 or TTY . or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission 400 E. 14th Street Des Moines Iowa 50319-1004 or 1- This inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of or in addition to an inquiry or complaint at the local level.
Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school districts central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.
PM Bus Attendant
