Part-time Transportation Administrative Assistant

Come help the wheels on the bus go round and round!

Based out of our South Pasadena Headquarters, our intentional, mission-driven organization is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Office Team as an Administrative Assistant supporting our Transportation Department. In this full-time position, you'll have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of professionals. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to a worthy organization– apply today!

PAY RANGE: $18 - $20.58/hr***
***range is contingent upon relatable experience, credentialing/certification, education, and use of a second language in your role at least 50% of the time.

Incentives & Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Competitive total compensation package
• Merit-based annual raises
• An excellent mentorship program and exceptional training provided
• Intentional professional growth plans (we promote from within!)
• Dedicated support from our Leadership Team 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance and a $25,000 life and AD&D insurance policy (if eligible)
• Generous paid time off with up to two (2) weeks of paid vacation, up to 13 paid holidays, and up to five (5) paid sick days
• Retirement plan and medical and dependent flexible spending accounts

As an Office Assistant with the Transportation Department, you will:

• dispatch drivers for the purpose of meeting student/client transportation requirements.
• communicate route changes to drivers and parents as needed and keep our Transportation Coordinator informed.
• participate in a variety of activities such as CHP terminal inspections, meetings, and training.
• maintain current records related to DMV/CHP regulations.
• collect, review, and file daily bus logs.
• respond to inquiries from a variety of sources such as parents, teachers, and other related programs for the purpose of providing information related to bus routes, scheduling, and/or operational issues.
• perform Driver Aide duties, such as securing students in seats and monitoring students while en route, in compliance with state mandates (as needed). 
• operate, care for, and clean areas and equipment used in the transportation of students.
• administer CPR if necessary.

You will need the following minimum qualifications to be considered:

• At least two (2) years experience working in an administrative/clerical/school environment
• Ability to participate, complete, & implement PRO-ACT and/or CPI training
• Ability to read and interpret the online maps, including other documents such as safety rules, bus operating procedures, and manuals
• Excellent computer skills with understanding of Outlook as well as time and attendance software programs and other modern office equipment
• Must be able to pass a medical physical

Environment & Physical Qualifications: Assigned work environments vary from site to site. The work environment is usually comprised of several adults and children in a classroom, clinic, or campus facility with supervisors traveling to multiple sites/clinics. Due to varied work environments, an employee may encounter noise levels that are moderate to loud. In addition, the job functions could include the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.

About TES:

Total Education Solutions (TES) empowers individuals of all abilities through customized education and therapeutic services. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the lives of those we serve!

Total Education Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.