Preschool Bus Aide

Join Our Team at CenClear!

Position: Bus Aide
Location: Philipsburg, PA
Employment Type: Part-time position, approximately 4.5-5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, during the school year.

Pay: $14.21 per hour

About CenClear
At CenClear, our mission is to improve lives through high-quality early childhood and behavioral health services for all ages. We are dedicated to fostering growth and wellbeing in individuals, families, and communities across 16 counties in Pennsylvania. We take pride in being a trusted provider and a top employer, recognized for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

Why Work at CenClear?

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Teamwork: We believe in unity, collaboration, and the power of working together.
• Change & Innovation: We embrace new ideas to drive continuous improvement.
• Respect & Compassion: Every person is treated with dignity in a safe, caring environment.
• Integrity: We operate with honesty, fairness, and trust.
• Resilience: We encourage self-awareness, self-care, and meaningful relationships.
• Wellbeing: We care deeply about our employees' physical, emotional, and economic health.
• Community Commitment: We collaborate and advocate with and for our communities.

About the Role:

Do you enjoy working with children aged 3 to 5? Join CenClear's Preschool team and make a meaningful impact every day. As a Bus Aide, you'll help ensure safe, reliable transportation for children ages 3-5. This part-time role offers a chance to contribute to your community in a supportive, child-focused environment.

What You'll Do:

• Start and finish each day at CenClear's Garage in Philipsburg while assisting with transportation for the CenClear Preschool class at Mountaintop Elementary School.
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, approximately 4½ to 5 hours per day, split between morning (6:45 a.m. to 9:25 a.m.) and afternoon (1:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.) routes.
• Position follows the school calendar with approximately 170-180 workdays per year; mandatory training sessions occur during the summer.
• Support children ages 3 to 5 during transportation
• Assist with safe boarding and exiting of the bus
• Ensure children are securely fastened in seat belts
• Follow designated pick-up and drop-off schedules
• Partner with the bus driver to maintain a safe and orderly environment
• Communicate with parents as needed about transportation logistics
• Complete and submit required paperwork in a timely manner

What We're Looking For:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience working with young children
• Documented good physical health
• Must obtain the following clearances prior to hire: PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and Mandated Reporting Certificate

Perks You'll Love (Based on Hours Worked):

• Meaningful work that positively impacts families and communities.
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match (start contributing after 30 days; employer match begins after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (includes household members)
• Mileage Reimbursement (following the reimbursement policy)
• Technology and Software Discounts available

Ready to Make a Difference? Join us in fulfilling our vision: To be the employer and provider of choice in our communities. Apply Now!

CenClear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.