Preschool Bus Aide
Description
About NEMCSA
At NEMCSA, we help children, families, and communities thrive. As a nonprofit Community Action Agency serving Northeast Michigan, we're committed to creating opportunities, supporting self-sufficiency, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing economic hardship. We're also proud to be recognized as a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace, reflecting our commitment to a positive culture, supportive teams, and meaningful work.
What You’ll Love About Us:
- To keep you healthy: Medical/Rx, Vision, and Dental insurance with employee coverage at no cost.
- To help prepare you for the future: Generous employer 401(k) contributions, plus Life and Disability Insurance.
- Flexibility: We value work-life balance and offer flexibility whenever possible.
- Time for what matters: 10+ paid holidays each year, generous vacation time, and sick leave benefits.
- Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities: Employment with NEMCSA may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
What You'll Do
As a Preschool Bus Aide, you'll help ensure children arrive safely, comfortably, and ready to learn each day. Working alongside the bus driver, you'll provide supervision, support, and care during transportation while helping create a positive experience for children and families.
In this role, you will:
- Ride along on daily bus routes and assist with the safe transportation of children.
- Ensure children are properly secured and supervised at all times.
- Help children safely board and exit the bus, including hand-to-hand transfers with parents or guardians.
- Maintain attendance records and monitor children's time on the bus.
- Use positive behavior support techniques to create a safe and welcoming environment.
- Assist the driver with route support and required safety checks.
- Maintain current First Aid and CPR certification and follow all transportation safety procedures.
Most importantly, you'll help provide a safe, positive start and end to each child's day while making a difference for local children and families.
What We'll Love About You:
- High school diploma or GED required
- 1 year experience in caring for young children preferred.
- Have the ability to acquire and maintain current First Aid and CPR Certification.
Most importantly, you're committed to providing safe, dependable transportation and creating a positive experience for the children and families we serve.