Substitute Bus Attendant

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Able to relate to children of differing ages or cognitive level as well as with students with special needs.
• Communicate school bus ridership rules and maintain orderly behavior and assist students while on the bus.
• Assist driver in safe loading and unloading of students; training students in proper crossing techniques in cooperation with the driver.
• Physically assist children on and off the bus as necessary.
• Ensure all students who require specialized securement are properly secured in a 5-point harness, safety vest, or appropriate mobility device during transport.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Be willing to communicate with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student behavior as appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
• Able to assist driver in thorough pre-trip, post-trip inspection, checking the bus for items left behind and sleeping students.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications:

• As specified by New York State Department of Education