Quick Apply - Bus Paraprofessional

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required.
• Desire and ability to work with children, including students with disabilities, in an educational setting.
• Maturity, patience, and interpersonal skills to support students’ physical, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Ability and willingness to work independently under the direction of the bus driver and transportation staff.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of behavior supports and student safety procedures preferred.

Reports To:

• Transportation Supervisor and/or Special Education Department

Job Goal:

To assist the bus driver in ensuring students are transported safely and securely while fostering a supportive and structured environment. This includes assisting students with boarding, securing safety restraints, monitoring behavior, and responding to personal and medical needs as necessary.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist students in safely boarding and exiting the bus.
• Ensure that students are secured in appropriate safety restraints, including harnesses and wheelchairs.
• Monitor student behavior and provide support as needed, following individual behavior plans when applicable.
• Implement safety procedures, including universal precautions and non-violent crisis intervention techniques.
• Communicate effectively with students, bus drivers, and school staff to support student needs.
• Provide assistance with personal care, hygiene, and mobility as needed.
• Maintain a calm and supportive environment during transport.
• Follow all district policies and procedures related to student safety and confidentiality.
• Attend required training provided by Barry ISD.

Work Schedule & Compensation:

• Approximately 5 hours per day, split between morning and afternoon routes.
• Position follows the school calendar.
• Compensation based on district pay scale.