2026-2027 Bus Aide/Non CDL Certified Pool

Young World Physical Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,146 - 30,073; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in San Antonio, Texas is hiring a full-time Bus Aide to assist in the safe transportation of students with disabilities. This role involves helping students on and off the bus and instructing them on safety procedures while ensuring compliance with all district safety protocols. The salary ranges from $15.35 to $21.83 per hour, with no prior experience required. Candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license and pass a physical examination.

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required.
• Must be able to manage student behavior and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist students on and off the bus according to their individual needs.
• Supervise students as they board and exit the bus.
• Instruct students on safe entering and exiting procedures.

Skills

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license (Class C)

Ability to complete a 20-hour driver certification program

Ability to pass a required physical examination

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Bus Aide/Non CDL Certified

Reports to: Supervisor of Transportation

Dept./School: Transportation

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: MS2

Days: 190

Primary Purpose: Ride buses and help driver ensure safe and orderly transportation of students with disabilities.

Qualifications

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license (Class C)
• Ability to complete a 20-hour driver certification program
• Ability to pass a required physical examination

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Student Management:

• Assist students on and off the bus according to their individual needs including lifting and carrying students with disabilities.
• Supervise students as they board and exit the bus and cross the street following established safety procedures.
• Escort students into the building and deliver to their assigned destination.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and riding rules and regulations.
• Learn and adapt to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Manage student behavior and report student discipline problems in a timely manner to appropriate administrator.
• Communicate with teachers and parents regarding student behavior while on bus.

Routes and Schedules:

• Complete and maintain accurate, updated, and timely records and reports including route sheet and daily non-notification forms.

Safety:

• Operate equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Make sure seat belts, harnesses, or car seats are used correctly and help students use safety devises when needed.
• Follow emergency procedures including evacuation of students as needed and assist driver to administer first aid, if necessary.
• Follow established procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and assisting students.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other:

• Become familiar with and follow procedures established by transportation and special education offices.
• Assist driver keeping bus clean and performance of pre- and post-trip inspections.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Demands

Tools/Equipment Used: Specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture: Frequent standing and sitting; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting: Frequent heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise and vehicle fumes; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases); work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; may work irregular or prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.35 to $21.83 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required