Bus Aide

Teachers First is seeking a Part Time Bus Aide for The Gaming and Technology Academy of Saginaw!

The Gaming and Technology Academy of Saginaw (GATA) is opening in Fall 2026 and is seeking innovative, passionate educators who want to help build something different from the ground up. GATA is designed to be a highly engaging school where academics, technology, creativity, competition, and real-world learning come together through gamified systems, hands-on experiences, and strong relationships to prepare students for the future. Positions are being filled on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Nature of the Position:

Assist school bus driver(s) in transporting students safely to and from school or to school-sponsored activities. Maintain safe and clean bus conditions, keep necessary records, and communicate effectively with parents, students and staff about transportation-related matters.

Functions:

• Assists in the safe transportation of passengers.
• Assists in performing pre/post trip vehicle inspections; notifies manager of any concerns.
• Assists students in the loading and unloading process; utilizes steps multiple times daily.
• Regularly communicate with passengers and bus drivers.
• Enforces school system student conduct rules while on route, reports problems to manager.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures including local, state and federal laws and regulations. Attend safety, training and informational meetings.
• Familiar of school bus routes and remains alert to monitor welfare of passengers.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills including use of exiting by emergency door and assisting in opening and closing the service door.
• May assist driver, when necessary, to safely direct the vehicle backwards.
• Always adhere to FERPA regulations and remain confidential.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Subject to Background Check and Drug Screen.
• Two (2) years working with children preferred.
• Good verbal communication skills with a strong attendance record.
• Good with children of all ages and the ability to manager stressful situations.
• Early morning and afternoon availability preferred but not required.
• Committed to a Safety Lifestyle.

Physical Demands:

The following physical demands are occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. Job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. Employee regularly required to see, talk and hear; Must be able to lift up-to 15 pounds at a time.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Satisfactory criminal background check.