Job Title
Substitute Bus Assistant
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
HCPS - Pupil Transportation
About Us
Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest county public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Sky Line Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.
Our Mission:
Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.
General Statement of Duties
SUBSTITUTE BUS ASSISTANT : AREA 1 - 5. The employee in this classification assists with the safe transportation of students with special needs to and from school and school-related activities by providing assistance to the school bus driver; securing passengers in their seats; and assisting students that board and leave the school bus. The employee also interacts with students, allowing the driver to focus more on safe driving practices and traffic conditions.
Assists with the safe transportation of students with special needs, secures students in their seats and assists students when boarding and exiting the bus.
Essential Duties
- Assists students on and off of the school bus and during the bus ride as necessary. This may include attending to individual special needs of students to ensure their safety and comfort.
- Ensures that all students are properly secured in their safety vest or wheelchair as required by the students Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Assists in controlling student behavior
- Assists bus driver in conducting bus evaluation drills
- Assists the driver in maintaining the cleanliness of the interior of the bus
- Learns the bus route, schedule and bus stops
- Keeps abreast of route and bus stop changes
- Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum age for employment is 18 years old. Ability to use and display patience, sensitivity and understanding to students who have special needs. Must complete the pre-employment training course offered by the Department of Pupil Transportation in order to become a bus assistant.
Additional Information
Minimum Salary is $17.30/hour. (Note: Salary will be prorated based on official start date).
How To Apply
In order to be considered for the listed vacancy, please an online application.
Henrico County Public Schools
Department of Pupil Transportation
3751-D Nine Mile Rd
Henrico, VA 23223
Phone: (804) 226-5577
Henrico County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.
EOE/Accommodations Upon Request
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Currency
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Main Organization
Public Schools
Public Schools
Employment Status
Hourly/Temporary
Hourly/Temporary
Amount of Travel
Work At Home