Bus Assistant (2) chez Kent City Community Schools

Bus Assistant (2)

6:15 AM – 9:00 AM  and 2:00 PM – 4:45 PM - Bus 1 (5.5 hours)

6:44 AM – 9:15 AM and 1:40 PM - 4:30 PM - Bus 2 (5.25 hours)

Who We Are:

Kent City Community Schools is a public school district in Kent County dedicated to providing a nurturing environment and to educate all students to be lifelong learners.

What We Need:

We are looking for a compassionate and collaborative team member to work with our students to empower them to reach their full potential through a rigorous curriculum and instructional excellence!

What We Value:

Collaboration, Compassion, Honest Communication, Growth Mindset, and a Culture of Opportunity

What You Need:

• Ability to work successfully with students, staff, administrators and community members
• Must be flexible
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• High school diploma, required; first aid training, preferred. Ability to develop/maintain a professional rapport with students, parents, staff, and the community. 
• Clear criminal history check 
• Other qualifications as deemed essential for successful performance in the position

Responsibilities:

• Safety and Compliance: Ensure the safety of children during transport by maintaining appropriate ratios, utilizing active supervision strategies and adhering to policies and procedures.

• Loading/Unloading: Work collaboratively with the Bus Driver to assist children during boarding, riding, and exiting the bus. Follow established procedures to ensure children are never left unattended on the bus.

• Behavior Management: Monitor children's behavior during transport to promote a safe and respectful environment, use positive redirection strategies when necessary.

• Education: Provide activities on the bus such as playing games, singing songs, and reading books to the children, and engage in appropriate conversations.

• Communication: Maintain clear lines of communication with parents/guardians regarding transportation schedules and any issues that may arise. 
• Emergency Preparedness: Be familiar with emergency procedures to respond effectively in case of an emergency.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate child information paperwork and attendance records. Report any incidents in a timely manner.

• Collaboration: Address challenges that may arise between staff and/or parents/guardians in a respectful manner while maintaining confidentiality.

• Performs other functions and duties as assigned by the supervisor. 

What We Provide:

• Collaborative Working Environment 
• A focus on students and staff