POSITION TITLE: Substitute Bus/Car Aide

CONTRACT YEAR: School Year (Called as Needed)
SALARY: Daily Rate Based on the Approved Substitute Bus/Car Aide Pay Scale
DEPARTMENT: Transportation
START DATE: Rolling Hires (August–May)

DIRECT ACCOUNTABILITY AND REPORTING

Works under the supervision of the Transportation Supervisor and the assigned bus or car/van driver. The Substitute Bus/Car Aide assists with the safe transportation, supervision, and support of students. Performance will be evaluated based on this job description, School Board policies, division expectations, and the employee’s fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a high school diploma or GED or demonstrate the ability to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Successfully complete a criminal background check, Child Abuse and Neglect Registry check, and any other pre-employment screenings required by Brunswick County Public Schools.
• Demonstrate the ability to supervise and appropriately interact with students of varying ages and needs.
• Be able to assist students with entering, exiting, and remaining safely seated in a school bus, car, or van.
• Complete all training required by Brunswick County Public Schools for substitute bus/car aides, including student safety and emergency procedures.
• Follow the directions of the assigned driver and Transportation Supervisor.
• Complete and sign the Brunswick County Public Schools Substitute Employee Agreement before accepting substitute assignments.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Promotes the safety, well-being, and appropriate conduct of students while they are being transported.
• Maintains student confidentiality and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, School Board policies, transportation procedures, and ethical guidelines.
• Works collaboratively with transportation staff, administrators, school personnel, parents, and the community.
• Communicates concerns involving student safety, behavior, or transportation procedures to the assigned driver and Transportation Supervisor.
• Reports to assigned duties on time and maintains dependable attendance when accepting substitute assignments.
• Demonstrates patience, sound judgment, professionalism, and respect when interacting with students and others.
• Participates in required training and works to improve job-related knowledge and skills.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Duties are primarily performed on a school bus or other division-operated passenger vehicle and in student loading and unloading areas. The employee may be exposed to changing weather conditions, vehicle movement, traffic, moderate noise levels, and varying student behaviors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Brunswick County Public Schools is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, or age in the administration of its educational programs and activities and in its employment practices. Inquiries should be directed to Brunswick County Public Schools, Human Resources Department, 1718 Farmers Field Road, Lawrenceville, Virginia 23868. Email: bcpshr@brunswickcps.org.