Bus Assistant

DeKalb Co Central United School District; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

DeKalb County Central United School District in Auburn, Indiana is seeking a part-time Bus Assistant to support the transportation of students and assist the bus driver. This role emphasizes safety, student care, and teamwork in a school environment.

Duties include helping students on and off the bus, securing wheelchairs or braces, assisting with behavior, learning routes and pickup points, and supporting evac drills.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students on and off buses.
• Ensure that all student passengers, including those in wheelchairs and braces, are properly secured in their assigned seats or wheelchair slot.
• Assist in controlling student behavior.
• Tend to the special needs and conditions of each student.
• Learn bus routes, schedules, and pickup points.
• Assist substitute drivers with directions.
• Keep abreast of route and bus stop changes and student day care arrangements.
• Assist drivers in conducting bus evacuation drills.
• Assist drivers in maintaining a clean bus interior.
• Hours are approximately 4-5 hours per day, with a morning and afternoon shift from 7:45 am - 9:45 am, and 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm.

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

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Starting Date: Immediately

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

We are DeKalb!

DeKalb County Central United School District is committed to preparing students today for the world of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop students as critical thinkers, communicators, and collaborators who can adapt and persevere with empathy and integrity in an ever-changing world. Every member of our team is a valuable resource in this pursuit of excellence, and we are currently seeking a part time Bus Assistant!

What your day will look like:

Under supervision, you will provide support work assisting with the transportation of students and with special transportation needs to and from school, providing help to the school bus driver. Other responsibilities include:

• Assist students on and off buses.
• Ensure that all student passengers, including those in wheelchairs and braces, are properly secured in their assigned seats or wheelchair slot.
• Assist in controlling student behavior.
• Tend to the special needs and conditions of each student.
• Learn bus routes, schedules, and pickup points.
• Assist substitute drivers with directions.
• Keep abreast of route and bus stop changes and student day care arrangements.
• Assist drivers in conducting bus evacuation drills.
• Assist drivers in maintaining a clean bus interior.
• Perform related work as required.
• Hours are approximately 4-5 hours per day, with a morning and afternoon shift from 7:45 am - 9:45 am, and 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm.

Why we’ll love you:

• You have worked hard to earn a H.S. Diploma or equivalency.
• You can establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• You have a passion for helping students.

Why you’ll love us:

• Great opportunity to have a schedule that allows you to work and have the same working calendar as your children; or if you are retired, to find a new purpose in making a difference in the lives of children.
• Holiday breaks during Christmas, spring and fall break.
• A fun, team focused environment where you are making a difference each day for children!

DeKalb County Central United School District seeks to develop and nurture its diversity. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; foster tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect. DeKalb County Central United School District is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Position Type: Part-Time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Helmsing , Mrs
• 3326 COUNTY ROAD 427
• WATERLOO, Indiana 46793-9532
• Email: [e-mail]