RCSC Bus Aide
The person who accepts the position as a special needs school bus aide will perform a variety of tasks to help support the driver in providing safe and proper transportation of all students to and from school. Duties may include:
• Know the proper use of securing devices for safety restraints, wheelchairs, and seat belts. • Assist the driver in the proper loading and unloading of passengers. • Maintain student discipline. • Supervise and assist students in transit. • Report any concerns regarding students to the driver and to the appropriate building staff. • Know the school bus evacuation procedures and be physically capable to evacuate students in an emergency. • Learn the bus route and provide route information that includes driver directions for the best way to reach a location for a substitute or newly assigned bus driver. • Occupy a seat that provides the best opportunity for student supervision while the bus is in motion.