2026-2027 Anticipated Part- Time Bus Assistant (TRBSA021)

Manalapan Englishtown Regional Schools; Manalapan Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District in Manalapan, NJ is seeking a Part-Time Bus Assistant for the Transportation Department. The role involves assisting children getting on and off the bus, ensuring seatbelts are fastened, and helping prepare the vehicle for students with special needs.

Epi-pen training is provided, you must be in good physical condition and able to lift up to 50 lbs. Work hours are 7:25 am–9:30 am and 2:10 pm–4:00 pm, at an hourly rate of $24.00, with terms set

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a bus assistant is required.
• Epi-pen training will be provided.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Familiar with emergency evacuation procedures.
• Must be in good physical condition.
• Must be patient and interact well with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist children getting in and out of the bus and secure them with seatbelts.
• Lay out seatbelts before arriving at bus stops.
• Prepare vehicle for students with special needs.
• Back up the bus as needed under driver guidance.
• Follow emergency evacuation procedures.
• Maintain safety and interact calmly with students.

Skills

Epi-pen training

Physical fitness

Lifting 50 lbs

Special needs interaction

Bus assistant experience

Job description

2026-2027 Anticipated Part- Time Bus Assistant (TRBSA021) JobID: 3317

• Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/19/2026
• Location: Manalapan, New Jersey
• Date Available: 10/28/2026

Posting Type: Internal/External

Effective Date: Immediately

Description: The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District, an award winning, Central Monmouth, K-8 school district with a tradition of excellence in education, is seeking a Part-Time Bus Assistant for the Transportation Department, with the following requirements:

• Epi-pen training required (will be provided)
• Lay out seatbelts before arriving at child's bus stop
• Must prepare vehicle for any special need the student may have
• Must be in good physical condition
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Assist children getting in and out of bus; assist (lift) child getting into seat, and secure child with seatbelt
• Must be familiar with emergency evacuation procedure and assist driver in the event of an emergency evacuation
• Must be able to assist the driver if it is necessary to back up the bus
• Must be patient and able to interact with special needs students

Must have prior experience as a bus assistant

Terms of Employment:

• Part-Time
• Hours:
  • 7:25 am -9:30 am & 2:10 pm -4:00 pm
• Salary:
  • Hourly Rate: $24.00
• Contract terms, salary, and benefits as established by the MEFNIP Collective Bargaining Agreement

Benefits (if applicable, may include):

• Sick & Personal Days
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/EOE

The successful candidate will need to reside in the State of NJ within 1 year of appointment.