Stcs Bus Riders/Attendants

SAGINAW TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Equal Opportunity Employer

   

 

 

 

                                     BUS RIDERS/ATTENDANTS - Saginaw Township Community Schools
    
    For full consideration for this position, please submit your application online.
    This is a continuing posting i.e., it will remain available until filled. 
    Start Date:   As soon as possible.  Needed for the 2023-2024 school year                       The Bus Rider/Attendant, is responsible for assisting the Bus Driver in the safe transportation of students and managing the operation of the bus to ensure a safe and hazard-free environment for all students.  This position is under the direction of the Director of Transportation and the Assistant Director of Transportation.     
    Qualifications:     

• High School diploma/GED equivalency
• Prior experience working with children
• Ability to lift a minimum of 75 pounds
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Willing to receive additional training to improve job skills
• Must have good references
• Working knowledge of computer keyboarding skills desired
    

    
    Job Responsibilities:      

• Provide safe and comfortable conditions for students who ride on STCS buses
• Assist students as they enter and leave the bus and assist in loading and unloading wheelchair students
• Ensure students are seated before the vehicle is in motion; if students unfasten their belts during the ride, the rider/attendant must assist students in refastening safety belts
• Ensure students needing a safety restraint system are secured before the vehicle is in motion
• Observe student behavior and take positive action in correcting behavioral problems by using approved techniques
• Assist in emergency evacuation
• Clean interior of assigned bus including sweeping floors, wiping down seats, and cleaning windows as needed during non-student supervisory time
• Supervise students crossing a highway/road and make sure the student passes in front of bus when exiting the bus
• Appropriately secure wheelchairs
• Keep all student, parent and staff information confidential
• Maintain a positive attitude in working with students, parents, community members and other staff members
• Participate in all required training
• Prepare and maintain route sheets and reports; keep all records as required
• Prepare Accident Reports after any accident occurs involving the bus and/or school bus passengers
• Assist the Director of Transportation in mapping bus routes and planning schedules when needed
• Perform related duties as required by the Director of Transportation and in assistance to the Bus Driver
• Regular, in-person attendance required
    

     Compensation:   Pursuant to the applicable collective bargaining agreement  

 

 

Pursuant to Public Act 68 of 1993 and Public Act 83 of 1995, selected new employees shall submit to fingerprints and a criminal background check.

 

 

 

It is the policy of the Board of Education that the District will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, handicap or disability.  The District shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination including, but not limited to, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. 2000d. et seq.; and 42 U.S.C. 2000e, et seq.;  The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. 1210, et seq.;  The Handicappers' Civil Rights Act, MCL 37.1101, et seq.; and The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, MCL 37.2101, et seq.; Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), 29U.S.C. 621, et seq.  Inquiries or complaints by applicants or employees related to discrimination should be directed to: