Shuttle Bus Attendant (Nurseries, Kindergartens, Special Needs Schools)
そうげいバスてんじょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Service Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A job that accompanies nursery, kindergarten, or special needs school shuttle buses for commuting, providing assistance with children's boarding and alighting, in-vehicle safety management, emergency response, and more.
Description
Shuttle bus attendants board nursery, kindergarten, and special needs school commuting buses, assisting with children's boarding and alighting, monitoring the interior, conducting safety checks, and handling emergencies. They collaborate with drivers and parents to create a reassuring commuting environment for children. In addition to daily roll calls and vehicle equipment inspections, they must flexibly respond to changes in children's health or behavior.
Future Outlook
Amid declining birthrates, aging population, and nuclear families, demand for nursery commuting and shuttle services remains stable, with increasing trends in some regions. There is a need for highly specialized personnel from the perspectives of safety management and child care.
Personality Traits
Able to Provide Bright and Polite Customer Service / Attentive / Calm / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
5-Day Workweek / Day Shifts Only / Part-time/Casual / Shift Work
Career Path
Shuttle Bus Attendant → School Bus Driver → Childcare Assistant → Kindergarten Teacher → Special Needs School Support Staff
Required Skills
Child Guidance and Boarding/Alighting Assistance / Communication Skills / Emergency Response / Safety Checks
Recommended Skills
AED Operation / Basic Knowledge of Child Psychology / Emergency Life-Saving Techniques / Safe Driving Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Quick responses to children's behavior and weather changes are necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed inspections and observations are essential to ensure children's safety. |
| Communication Skills | To communicate smoothly with children, parents, and fellow staff. |
| Stress Tolerance | Calm handling is necessary even in emergencies or sudden changes in children. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Most tasks are standardized by manuals, so little imagination or creativity is required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Specialized knowledge does not need frequent updates. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only simple headcounts and time management are needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Class 2 Ordinary Vehicle License
Aliases
- Bus Attendant
- School Bus Attendant
Related Jobs
- Childcare Worker
- Kindergarten Teacher
- School Bus Driver
- Special Needs School Support Staff