BUS AIDES (PART-TIME AND SUBSTITUTE)

Transportation; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Rose Tree Media School District Transportation in Media, PA seeks caring, dependable Bus Aides to support students during transportation to and from school. The role works with District bus drivers to ensure a safe, positive transport experience for students, including those needing additional assistance.

The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, and communicates effectively, following safety procedures and providing reliable support throughout the ride.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work with students of varying ages, abilities, and needs.
• Clear communication with students, families, drivers, staff, administrators, and the public.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established transportation and safety procedures.
• Ability to remain attentive to student needs and respond appropriately to routine and unexpected situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the bus driver and other District personnel.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements associated with assisting and supervising students during transportation.
• Current required background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Support students during transportation to and from school.
• Collaborate with bus drivers to provide a safe, positive transportation experience for students.
• Respond calmly to student needs and follow established safety procedures.
• Assist students as they board and exit the bus.

Skills

Clear communication

Student support

Team collaboration

Dependable attendance

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

BUS AIDES (PART-TIME AND SUBSTITUTE)

Rose Tree Media School District Transportation - Media, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5952049

Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: BUS AIDES (PART-TIME AND SUBSTITUTE)

LOCATION: TRANSPORTATION

EFFECTIVE DATE: IMMEDIATELY

COMPENSATION: PER AGREEMENT w/ RTM BUS DRIVERS/CUSTODIAL MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION -

$22.30/hour

Rose Tree Media School District seeks caring, dependable, and safety-minded Bus Aides to support students during transportation to and from school. Bus Aides work collaboratively with District bus drivers to help provide a safe, positive, and supportive transportation experience for students, including students who may require additional assistance while riding the school bus.

The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, and comfortable working with children of varying ages and needs. This position requires an individual who communicates effectively, responds calmly to student needs, follows established safety procedures, and understands the importance of providing consistent and reliable support to students throughout their ride.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying ages, abilities, and needs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, families, drivers, staff, administrators, and members of the public.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established transportation and safety procedures.
• Ability to remain attentive to student needs and respond appropriately to routine and unexpected situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the bus driver and other District personnel.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements associated with assisting and supervising students during transportation.
• Current required background clearances.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. The position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, and move safely within and around a school bus. Duties may include assisting students as they enter and exit the bus, moving through the bus while it is stationary, securing or assisting with student safety equipment, and providing physical assistance to students as needed. The position requires the ability to respond promptly to student needs and emergency situations and may involve exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions while students are boarding or exiting the bus.

Clearances required for employment:

PA CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE (Act 34)

Website: https://epatch.pa.gov/home

FBI CLEARANCE (Act 114) For employment enter service code 1KG6XN Online: https://uenroll.identogo.com/

CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE (Act 151)

https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS/Public/Home

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required