Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent Must be at least twenty years of age Completion of the twelve hour bus attendant training course Completion of 4 hours of bus route orientation training.

• Manage the loading and unloading of students at school and at home.
• Operate the lift system and supervise assistive device usage if the bus is so equipped.
• Assist bus operators with evacuation procedures.
• Assist bus operators with emergency management procedures.
• Attend all required inservice training of the transportation or special education department.
• General knowledge of special education procedures.
• Knowledge of first aid procedures.
• CPR trained.
• Assist students on and off the bus, securing harness and/or seat belts.
• Collaborate with the bus operator in students’ seating assignments.
• Supervise student activity and behavior on the bus at all times.
• Communicate effectively with students.

• Engage in self-reflection and growth opportunities to support high levels of learning for all students.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and the community to promote students’ academic achievement and to accomplish the school’s mission.
• Maintain professional personal appearance and demonstrate respect for colleagues.
• Attend work regularly; report to work on time; and provide advance notice of need for absence.
• Perform job responsibilities consistently, use time wisely, plan properly, take care of materials and equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate trustworthiness; exercise good judgment.
• Support, implement, assist with, and/or ensure application of district. initiatives and other programs or directives of the Superintendent and Board.
• Attend meetings and/or staff development that address area(s) of responsibility as directed by the supervisor.
• Complete and submit all forms, reports, documentation, and training by required dates and in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Communicate appropriately and work effectively with all populations.
• Remain open to suggestions and innovative ideas; receive and apply feedback.
• Demonstrate competence in areas of responsibility.
• Accepts change and responsibilities in a positive manner.
• Verbally supportive of school, department, and district policy.
• Follow the specific requirements established by the School Board (LEA), State Department of Education (SDE), the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (SBESE), and/or Federal regulations and guidelines established by each.
• Perform any duty, not specifically assigned, as deemed necessary by the assigning authority in order to maintain continuity where needed.