In alignment with the policy at the NYC Department of Education, all Classical staff members are required to become vaccinated to ensure the safety of our school community. Exemptions from this requirement will be granted for those with a sincerely-held religious belief or medical condition.

About Us:

As one of the highest performing charter networks in New York City, Classical Charter Schools is having a meaningful impact on education in the South Bronx. Recognized as four-time National Blue Ribbon Award-Winning network, Classical Charter Schools outperforms 97% of New York charters by providing a transformative education through a classical curriculum focused on art, music, Latin, debate and character education. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employees and applicants will be treated in all respects on basis of merit and qualifications without regards to their race, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to apply. At Classical, we provide comprehensive health benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for growth.

Position Summary:

Classical Charter Schools Bus Attendants protect and supervise our scholars to and from their homes. Most importantly, Bus Attendants manage behavior to ensure all scholars are safe. It is the Bus Attendant’s responsibility to establish behavior on the bus that matches what is expected in classrooms. Bus Attendants work approximately 4 hours per day, in two 2-hour shifts. Hours vary by bus route, but Bus Attendants must be available approximately between the hours of 6:00am-8:00am and 4:00pm-6:00pm. Daily expectations include:

• Supervising scholars while on the bus, strictly enforcing behavioral expectations
• Seating scholars based on their behavior and bus stop order
• Transitioning scholars in organized lines between the school building and the bus
• Calling the school after the last scholar is dropped off, so that staff are able to leave
• Calling the school if a parent is not at the bus stop to coordinate a pickup time

Qualifications:

• Over 21 years old
• High School Diploma
• Any kind of experience working with children

Successful candidates will:

• Certification through the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) preferred
• If not already certified at the time of hire, Bus Attendants may apply for certification, which involves several examinations, training courses and fingerprinting
• Show alignment to Classical Charter School’s mission and approach
• Exhibit excellent work ethic and organizational skills
• Demonstrate application of our core values: Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency