The primary responsibility of the School Bus Attendant is to assist the drivers in ensuring all students are safely transported to and from school. They are required to walk or assist the student from his or her designated drop-off/pick-up address to the bus; maneuver children in his or her wheelchairs and monitor students so that equipment does not shift during transportation; ensure that students stay in their seats while the bus is in motion and report incidents to the schools; and, seek emergency medical help when necessary.
Ensures the safety of each student. Assists the driver with morning inspection of the buses.
Provides support and instruction to the students to ensure their understanding and compliance with bus safety rules.
Assists the driver in maintaining cleanliness of the bus. Works with the driver to ensure that each student is picked up and dropped off at their designated location in a timely manner. Escorts and physically assists students from their designated pickup/drop-off address to and from school or curbside to and from the bus.
Assists the driver with reverse operation of the bus by exiting bus and providing hand signals and other appropriate forms of guidance. Monitors students and maintains order on the bus, and may recommend approved applicable behavior management suggestions. Moves about the bus to attend to student needs.
Communicates with driver, parents/guardians, and school personnel about student needs.
Assists the driver with submission of necessary reports. Ensures compliance with Department of Education Policies and Procedures and the National Standards for School Buses and School Bus Operations.
Operates special equipment used by children with disabilities.
Participates in pre-service training and engages in ongoing training sessions as directed.
Acts as point of contact for officials regarding accidents and incidents and written reports.
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