Bus Paraprofessional

Sylvania; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a caring and dependable Bus Paraprofessional to support students during district transportation, helping ensure a safe and positive travel environment. You will work closely with the bus driver and school staff, assisting students with entering, exiting, seating, and following safety procedures, while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, ability to pass background checks, and strong communication; prior experience with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass all required background checks.
• Experience working with children or students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students with a variety of needs and abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely assist students while entering, exiting, and riding district transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe supervision of students while riding district transportation.
• Support students as they enter and exit the bus, including providing additional assistance when needed.
• Help students safely transition between the bus and designated school or drop-off locations.
• Assist students with seating, seat belts, safety restraints, or other transportation-related supports as assigned.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce appropriate bus expectations and safety procedures.
• Provide individualized support to students based on their needs and established plans or directions from district staff.
• Support students with communication, behavioral, mobility, or other needs while being transported.
• Work collaboratively with the bus driver to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Communicate student concerns or incidents to appropriate transportation and school personnel.
• Follow district procedures related to student safety, confidentiality, emergencies, and transportation.
• Participate in required training and professional development.
• Perform other duties related to student transportation and support as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Dependability

Confidentiality

Student support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Portland Public Schools: Bus Paraprofessional

Portland Public Schools is seeking a caring, dependable, and student-focused individual to serve as a Bus Paraprofessional. This position assists and supports students while riding district transportation, helping ensure a safe, positive, and supportive environment for students traveling to and from school.

The Bus Paraprofessional works closely with the bus driver, transportation staff and school personnel to support students who may require additional supervision or assistance while being transported. The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, dependable, and able to build positive relationships with students.

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass all required background checks.
• Experience working with children or students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students with a variety of needs and abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely assist students while entering, exiting, and riding district transportation.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the safe supervision of students while riding district transportation.
• Support students as they enter and exit the bus, including providing additional assistance when needed.
• Help students safely transition between the bus and designated school or drop-off locations.
• Assist students with seating, seat belts, safety restraints, or other transportation-related supports as assigned.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce appropriate bus expectations and safety procedures.
• Provide individualized support to students based on their needs and established plans or directions from district staff.
• Support students with communication, behavioral, mobility, or other needs while being transported.
• Work collaboratively with the bus driver to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Communicate student concerns or incidents to appropriate transportation and school personnel.
• Follow district procedures related to student safety, confidentiality, emergencies, and transportation.
• Participate in required training and professional development.
• Perform other duties related to student transportation and support as assigned.

Position Details:

• Title: Paraprofessional Class 1
• Reports to: Director of Operations
• Calendar: As per District Calendar
• Compensation: In accordance with PESPA contract: plus retirement and paid time off

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.