Bus Rider

Summary

Observes students with developmental disabilities riding on the bus to assure the health and safety of all passengers. This includes the loading and unloading of mobile and immobile students, including those who are wheelchair assisted.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Observes students' behavior and environmental situations on the bus to detect adverse conditions which could threaten health and safety;
• Assists in the loading and unloading of buses and the securing of students in their seats and wheelchairs;
• Assists the driver in route directions and locating addresses;
• Assists in maintaining accurate passenger records;
• Complies with all safety rules as established by the Ohio Department of Education, and Board Transportation Policies and Procedures;
• Completes documentation of all incidents and accidents as they occur;
• Attends all Agency In-Services and other training programs, as assigned;
• Reports any concerns to the driver;
• Displays knowledge of the proper use of securing devices for safety vest, wheelchairs, car seats and seatbelts.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must meet the minimum physical requirements as stipulated by the State of Ohio.
• Must pursue and maintain CPR/First Aid Certifications, and MANDT Behavior Training.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma, or General Education Degree (GED).

OPERS Retirement System, health, dental, life insurance, and flexible spending, paid sick time, personal days, life insurance, and paid holidays.

Weekly Schedule: 6:20 am to 7:25 am for start time and clock out times are from 8:45 am to 10:20 am. Afternoon clock in times are 1:45 pm to 2:35 pm and afternoon clock outs are from 4:00 pm to 5:10 pm