STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: BUS ASSISTANT File 501

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objective: Monitors and assists students during bus trips.

Minimum · High school diploma or GED.

Qualifications: · Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).

• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug/alcohol test results.
• Valid state department of education permit appropriate for the assignment.
• Physical ability to safely lift and manage preschoolers and students with disabilities when necessary.
• Ability to cope with stressful traffic, weather conditions, and passenger distractions.
• Demonstrates maturity and the ability to work with students and their families.
• Self-directed, congenial disposition, and strong diplomacy skills.

Essential · Checks/confirms assignments. Carefully follows directions. Seeks advice when expectations are

Functions: unclear. Takes the initiative to perform routine tasks independently.

• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district.
• Promotes effective communications and reliable service. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrators.
• Communicates bus rules to students. Keeps supervisors informed about persistent behavior problems.
• Responds to student requests for assistance. Avoids being intrusive. Solves concerns discreetly.
• Learns about individual students needs from available resources (e.g., staff, parent/guardian, etc.).
• Provides assistance as needed when aware of passengers with medical/health considerations.
• Assists with passenger loading/unloading. Operates the wheelchair lift. Checks and fastens seat belts. Secures wheelchairs and other assistance/mobility equipment before the bus starts. Reports unsafe or defective equipment.
• Learns proper procedures to assist students during emergency bus evacuations.
• Assists other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.
• Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property. Reports vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, equipment malfunctions, and other related concerns.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Learns how to operate fire/safety equipment.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance

Required: of assigned duties.

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  Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Performs duties efficiently with limited supervision. Strives to meet deadlines.
• Prepares accurate and timely paperwork. Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.

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  Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.

Working To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations

Conditions: and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

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  Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors. Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Working near active vehicular traffic.
• Performing tasks that require strenuous physical exertion.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Performance Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted

Evaluation: by the Stow-Munroe Falls City School District Board of Education.

The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.