Bus Associate

Johnston Community School District; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnston Community School District Transportation is seeking a part-time Bus Associate to assist drivers in delivering safe transportation for students in the Johnston, IA area. You will support loading/unloading, maintain communications with school personnel, and follow safety procedures.

The role requires the ability to relate well to children and adults, strong teamwork, and reliable attendance during morning and afternoon routes. Background check and physical capacity tests apply.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to meet job requirements.
• HS diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to relate to all children and adults.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist bus drivers in providing safe and efficient transportation for students.
• Maintain positive communication with school personnel and students.
• Demonstrate safety procedures and assist with student loading/unloading as needed.
• Document observations and report concerns per Transportation Handbook.

Skills

Physical abilities

Relate to children/adults

Interpersonal skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Bus Associate

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910618

Application Deadline: Sep 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITIONSUMMARY:To assist the bus driver(s) in providing safe and efficient transportation to all students for district’s curricular and extracurricular programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Physical abilities to meet job requirements
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to relate to all children and adults
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills

Successful completion of a criminal background check and physical capacity profile test will be required upon offer.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Personal Performance Criteria

• Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students
• Contributes to creating a positive work environment
• Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality
• Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day
• Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job
• Works independently and with confidence
• Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision

Professional Performance Criteria

• Follows policy and procedures established in the Transportation Handbook regarding student interactions. Responsibilities/expectations in dealing with students would include:
  • Maintaining discipline when students are on the bus or in the loading areas
  • Reporting and documenting daily observations, routine care given, and physical/behavioral changes
• Use of appropriate safety precautions and care in the transfer of all students
• Exercise responsible leadership on out-of-district school trips
• When transporting special education students, additional responsibilities include:
  • Assisting with the use of lift equipment in the transfer of students in wheelchairs
  • Assisting with ambulatory students moving in and out of the bus
  • Securing of wheelchairs on the bus
  • Checking securing devices for defects
  • Communicating effectively with parents, CHC, group homes, and schools
• Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 9:00 & 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Benefits:

• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
• Flex spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Paid leave andholidays
• Tuition reimbursement

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.66 to $21.16 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelly M. Brose , Transportatio Manager
• TRANSPORTATION
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]