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Bus Behavior Attendant (Nassau/Suffolk County)

Long Island
Bus Behavior Attendant

Family of Kidz is seeking a Bus Behavior Attendant to support students with special needs during transportation to and from school. This role combines student supervision, bus safety, and individualized behavior support to help students travel safely while allowing the driver to focus on driving.

Details about this opportunity: 

  • Location: Nassau/and or Suffolk
  • Hours: Part-time; hours vary based on school district transportation schedules
  • Schedule: Follows the school district calendar, including holidays and breaks
  • Compensation: $30 per hour

What we have to offer YOU:    

PART TIME BENEFITS

  • Sick and Safe Leave: Paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations to support your health, family, and safety needs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program     
  • Referral Program     
  • Professional Development Assistance       
  • Team Building Events     
  • Incentive Program

 Responsibilities: 

  • Greet students warmly and provide individualized support during boarding, travel, and departure from the bus
  • Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment throughout each bus route
  • Assist students with mobility, seating, and the proper use of seat belts or other approved safety equipment, consistent with training and transportation procedures
  • Implement individualized behavior support plans and applicable skill acquisition programs under the direction of a behavior consultant or clinical supervisor.
  • Use trained strategies to support safe behavior, positive interactions, and successful transitions
  • Collect behavioral data and communicate progress, concerns, and incidents to designated supervisors and school personnel, as applicable
  • Help the driver remain focused on driving by managing student supervision and support needs
  • Support safe student handoffs to designated school staff or authorized adults in accordance with district procedures.
  • Follow established emergency procedures, incident reporting requirements, and crisis prevention protocols within the scope of training
  • Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations
  • Understand and demonstrate the company’s core values
  • Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the role

 

About You: 

If you have these attributes: 

  • A passion for working with children, adolescents, and support teams
  • Strong values and high integrity
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills 
  • Sound judgment and a problem-solving mindset
  • Exposure to the practice of maintaining a high level of confidentiality
  • Excellent time management/organizational skills 
  • Empathetic & considerate of others
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment 
  • The ability to work collaboratively and follow individualized student plans and safety procedures

 And this background: 

  • High school diploma required
  • Minimum of six months of experience working with children or adolescents with special needs in a supervised setting
  • Reliable transportation to and from the assigned reporting location
  • Successful completion of, or current enrollment in, an undergraduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field preferred
  • Experience supporting students with autism and/or challenging behaviors preferred
  • Bilingual skills are a plus

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume! 

** Disclaimer: Please note the most current compensation information for all open positions at Family of Kidz can be found on our careers page at FamilyofKidz.com, which supersedes all other sources and job sites.

 

Why Join our Family? 

Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life. 

Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

 

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