Part Time Bus Associate-for the 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Des Moines Public School District; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District Transportation in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a Part-Time Bus Associate for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves supervising students during morning and afternoon routes, ensuring safety, and assisting the driver with boarding and deboarding students, including those with accommodations.

The position is 20–25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a starting date to be determined.

Qualifications

• Assist in the supervision and safety of students while on the bus.
• Report policy infractions as appropriate.
• Physically assist the driver in loading/unloading students, including those with accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising and supporting students for behavioral, health, and safety needs.
• Perform visual safety equipment inspections at route start.
• Report equipment damage using established procedures.
• Assist in interior cleanliness and appearance of the bus.
• Provide safeguards to prevent loss or damage to property or equipment.
• Use District email communications and online training courses.
• Adhere to District policies and department work rules.
• Attend work promptly and maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain harmonious relationships with the public, students, and employees.

Skills

Student supervision

Safety awareness

Good judgment

Communication skills

Online training

Teamwork

Job description

Part Time Bus Associate-for the 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

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Job Details

Job ID: 5675795
Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Oct 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Work morning and afternoon shift daily

Academic School Year
20-25 hours a week
Monday-Friday

TITLE:PT Bus Associate

DEPARTMENT:Transportation

REPORTS TO:Director of Transportation

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:

Director of Transportation, Specialist(s), Lead Driver

EVALUATES:Not applicable

POSITION INVENTORY:A12

POSITION TYPE:TRANS

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Part Time

Academic Calendar

Less than 30 hours/week. Variable Hours

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist with the supervision and safety of students while on the bus. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the transportation department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the supervision and support of students to ensure behavioral, health, and safety needs are met; report policy infractions, as appropriate.
• Physically assist the driver in loading and unloading students, including students with accommodations such as wheelchairs, safety vests, etc.
• Perform visual safety equipment inspection at the start of each route; including harnesses, wheelchair tie down devices, etc.
• Report all equipment damage and/or repair items using established procedures and forms.
• Assist in assuring interior cleanliness and appearance of the school bus.
• Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment.
• Utilize a computer for District and Department email communications and online training Courses.
• Adhere to District policies/procedures and Department work rules.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience:

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.

Desired Education and Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience working with children.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to support the behavioral, health, and safety needs of students, including those with additional accommodations.
• Ability to take online training courses.
• Practical knowledge of equipment needed to perform job functions.
• Ability and willingness to accept the responsibility of the position.
• Effective communication with others.
• Ability to use good judgment; and have a caring and optimistic attitude towardchildren.
• Ability to promote spirit of cooperation with others.

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Approved By:MK

Date:9/10/25

Job Description

Position Details:

Work morning and afternoon shift daily

Academic School Year
20-25 hours a week
Monday-Friday

TITLE:PT Bus Associate

DEPARTMENT:Transportation

REPORTS TO:Director of Transportation

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:

Director of Transportation, Specialist(s), Lead Driver

EVALUATES:Not applicable

POSITION INVENTORY:A12

POSITION TYPE:TRANS

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Part Time

Academic Calendar

Less than 30 hours/week. Variable Hours

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist with the supervision and safety of students while on the bus. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the transportation department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the supervision and support of students to ensure behavioral, health, and safety needs are met; report policy infractions, as appropriate.
• Physically assist the driver in loading and unloading students, including students with accommodations such as wheelchairs, safety vests, etc.
• Perform visual safety equipment inspection at the start of each route; including harnesses, wheelchair tie down devices, etc.
• Report all equipment damage and/or repair items using established procedures and forms.
• Assist in assuring interior cleanliness and appearance of the school bus.
• Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment.
• Complete Medicare paperwork.
• Utilize a computer for District and Department email communications and online training Courses.
• Attend professional development.
• Adhere to District policies/procedures and Department work rules.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience:

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.

Desired Education and Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience working with children.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to support the behavioral, health, and safety needs of students, including those with additional accommodations.
• Ability to take online training courses.
• Practical knowledge of equipment needed to perform job functions.
• Ability and willingness to accept the responsibility of the position.
• Effective communication with others.
• Ability to use good judgment; and have a caring and optimistic attitude towardchildren.
• Ability to promote spirit of cooperation with others.

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a