Bus Aide

School Year 2023-2024

At Bradford Academy, the top priority will always remain the same - the students. Building a safe community allows our staff and families to lean on each other to invest in every child's educational journey. Our 13-year commitment is a promise to our families to equip each child with the tools and skills needed to walk across the stage at graduation. We are looking for talented and dedicated educators like you to help us see that promise through.

A successful candidate for this position has:

• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.
• A love for building relationships and being on a collaborative team.
• The willingness to be a humble change agent.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

As the Bus Aide, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforces the school policies and procedures.
• Maintains order and proper discipline of passengers; resolves disputes and documents and reports severe disciplinary cases.
• Monitors students with special health problems while on bus after receiving written or oral instruction and maintains awareness and alertness to any sign of difficulty following prescribed instructions and procedures.
• Responsible for all safety rules and their enforcement on school grounds and school bus.
• Maintains knowledge of all emergency procedures.
• Maintains open lines of communication with all staff.
• Maintains awareness of and implements all site bus rules and regulations.
• Supervises and monitors students during transportation to and from school on school bus.
• Reports any unsafe bus conditions, including equipment, to the Principal immediately.
• Keeps the bus free from rubbish.
• Represents the school in a positive and professional manner.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

Job Goal: To provide a safe and clean environment, and constant supervision of students while aboard the school bus and at other times assigned by the Administrator. This position will support and uphold the mission and vision of the academy.

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Solid record of punctuality.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working with students from different backgrounds.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Demonstrate aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively with school personnel and students in a diverse school community.

Work Location: 24218 Garner St, Southfield, MI 48033

Please contact Nadia Samaha, nadiasamaha@choiceschools.com with any questions.

Working for Choice Schools Associates

Bradford Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Scholar Model, Bradford Academy is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding scholar schools within the state. The Scholar Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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