On-Call Special Needs School Bus Aide

Flowing-Wells-Unified-School-District; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowing Wells School District is seeking a bus monitor for the 2026-2027 school year to assist with special needs students on the transportation system. This 10-month, part-time position requires; 18+ years old and a high school diploma or equivalent. CPR and First Aid certifications are required to ensure student safety.

The role involves supervising students, assisting with lifts, and supporting the bus driver on routes. District benefits apply only to eligible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Experience working with children with special needs is desirable.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains order among the students, supervising their behavior and enforcing district standards of conduct on the bus.
• Monitors students' conduct, alert for emotional and physical conditions that may affect safety and welfare.
• Assists special needs students on and off the bus.
• Assists in conducting evacuation drills.
• Administers first aid.
• Assists substitute driver in following the route.
• Operates various types of lift mechanisms.
• Maneuvers wheelchairs up ramps, over curbs, and around inside of bus without assistance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Special needs awareness

Emergency safety

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Rule knowledge

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be 18 years of age

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Flowing Wells School District is seeking a bus monitor for the 2026-2027 school year to assist with special needs students on the transportation system. This 10-month, part-time position requires; 18+ years old and a high school diploma or equivalent. CPR and First Aid certifications are required to ensure student safety.

The role involves supervising students, assisting with lifts, and supporting the bus driver on routes. District benefits apply only to eligible hours.