Summary: Assists with special needs of students during transport. Substitutes for bus drivers to transport students over specified routes according to time schedules.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assists with special needs of students, including:
   1. Assists students in wheelchairs on and off the vehicle and secures the wheelchairs on the bus.
   2. Manages student behavior problems.
   3. Positions students.
   4. Lifts students.
   5. Restrains students as necessary, consistent with training.
   6. Monitors conduct of students.
   7. Assist students with other needs as identified.
2. Communicates in an appropriate fashion with students, parents and employees.
3. Cleans and disinfects vehicle - including sweeping, washing, mopping and cleaning exterior of vehicle.
4. Substitutes for bus driver. Bus driver responsibilities include but are not limited to pre- and post-trip inspections, planning routes, fueling the bus and many of the responsibilities listed for Attendants.
5. Administers first aid.
6. Maintains written records.
7. Loads and unloads equipment, materials, etc.
8. Regular and predictable in-person attendance is required for this position.
9. Various other related duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent education and experience. Must have no more than 6 points on driving record. Must be able to successfully complete and to utilize a course in first aid techniques.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration: Must be 18 years of age. Must have and maintain a Michigan driver's license. Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, class B designation with C, P and S endorsements, and pass the air brakes test, before the end of probationary period. Must have a good driving record at time of hire and throughout the term of employment. (Reasonable accommodation may be considered for the licensing requirement.)

Employment Date, Salary, and Fringe Benefits: Anticipated employment date is as soon as possible. Placement on Bus Attendant's salary schedule is dependent upon qualifications and experience. New employee starting hourly pay range is $17.10-$17.67. Newly hired attendants will be eligible for employer-paid health insurances ONLY for the employee. The employee will be eligible to pay the additional cost to add eligible family members through a deduction from the employee's pay; paid long-term disability and life insurance; paid sick and personal business days.

To Apply: Interested parties should go to our website, https://jcisd.workbrightats.com to complete an online application.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL OCTOBER 31, 2024 OR UNTIL FILLED