Job Information
Johnston Community School District Bus Associate in Johnston, Iowa
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
District Statement
Johnston Community School District is an equal-opportunity affirmative-action employer. It is the policy of the District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, creed, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, marital status in its employment and personnel practices. Johnston Community School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, 515-278-0470.
Work Hours:
Monday - Friday
6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, life & LTD
Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
Flex spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Paid leave and holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Primary Location TRANSPORTATION
Salary Range $17.18 - $22.10 / Per Hour
Shift Type Full-Time