Job ID: 5436303 POSITION SUMMARY: To assist the bus driver(s) in providing safe and efficient transportation to all students for district’s curricular and extracurricular programs. QUALIFICATIONS: + Physical abilities to meet job requirements + High school diploma or GED preferred + Ability to relate to all children and adults + Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills Successful completion of a criminal background check and physical capacity profile test will be required upon offer. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Personal Performance Criteria + Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students + Contributes to creating a positive work environment + Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality + Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day + Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job + Works independently and with confidence + Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations + Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision Professional Performance Criteria + Follows policy and procedures established in the Transportation Handbook regarding student interactions. Responsibilities/expectations in dealing with students would include: + Maintaining discipline when students are on the bus or in the loading areas + Reporting and documenting daily observations, routine care given, and physical/behavioral changes + Use of appropriate safety precautions and care in the transfer of all students + Exercise responsible leadership on out-of-district school trips + When transporting special education students, additional responsibilities include: + Assisting with the use of lift equipment in the transfer of students in wheelchairs + Assisting with ambulatory students moving in and out of the bus + Securing of wheelchairs on the bus + Checking securing devices for defects + Communicating effectively with parents, CHC, group homes, and schools + Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time. Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:30-9:00 am Benefits: + Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) + Flex spending accounts + Employee assistance program + Paid leave and holidays + Tuition reimbursement