School Bus Aide Job at Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, IL

  • Chicago Public Schools
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

School Bus Aide

The Transportation Program strives to improve student achievement by providing safe, timely, and cost-effective transportation for all eligible students in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as City ordinances and the City of Chicago's Board of Education's policies and procedures.

Under immediate supervision, assists students riding on the school bus to and from school and performs related duties as required.

Citywide School Bus Aide will perform the following: Fastens and secure seatbelts, harnesses/ and other safety equipment, maintain order on the school bus to minimize driver distraction and create a safe environment, report any event, injury and/or misbehavior that may jeopardize the safe transport of a student to and from school to appropriate personnel, completes routing lists and related transportation forms for the purpose of the communicating sequence of bus stops.

Desirable Minimum Qualifications:

Training and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

Ability to work autonomously while exercising good judgment and problem-solving skills

Ability to operate safety equipment

Demonstrate patience and empathy in order to successfully interact with various student populations, parent/guardians, and school administration.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling, Exerts twenty (20) to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally. Works outside and inside with moderate exposure to extreme temperatures. May work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts.

Preferred Skills:

General knowledge of disabilities listed within the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Skilled in communicating with school aged children

Benefits: Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

  • Medical Plan Options
  • Pharmacy
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Behavioral Health & EAP
  • Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Pension Plans
  • Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

  • Paid Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Days
  • Parental Leaves
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Religious Holidays
  • Leaves

Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours

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