Pre-K Bus Aide

Sylvania; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Professional development

Preschool options

Longevity incentives

Job summary

Sylvania in Canon City is seeking a Part-time Transportation Support worker for the Fremont RE-1 School District. You will assist in the transportation of Pre-K students, including those in special education, and help implement IEP-driven programs under the Transportation Manager.

The role requires reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Training in Mandt and strong data security practices are required.

Qualifications

• Reliability in attendance and task completion.
• Professional appearance and a positive work environment.
• Promote positive relationships with peers, students, and the public.
• Follow schedules and routines and implement adaptations based on student needs.
• Meet the educational, physical and emotional needs of students and assist with IEPs.
• Mandt-trained or willingness to be trained as required by the District.
• Protect district data; maintain secure passwords and follow tech policies.
• May be required to transport students in district vehicles.
• Supervise students inside/outside and provide physical assistance when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses in accordance with regulations and rules.
• Perform pre- and post-route safety inspections and keep buses clean.
• Maintain student conduct on the bus and promote safety.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus.
• Maintain confidentiality with special education information and follow IEPs.
• Safely maneuver wheelchairs and transfer students when needed.
• Complete required paperwork and keep accurate records.
• Coordinate with Transportation leadership and office staff.
• Report accidents/incidents promptly.
• Attend required trainings and uphold district vehicle rules.
• Administer first aid and ensure safe transfer for wheelchair users.

Skills

Reliability

Professionalism

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Student Support

Specialized Training

Data Security

Transportation

Physical Requirements

Job description

Start Date: As agreed for the 2026-2027 School Year
Position Type: Part-time, 163 days per year
Location: District/Transportation

Salary: Determined by the Instructional Support Salary Schedule based on experience and education. Range: $16.50- $17.49 per hour.

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; PERA retirement; paid time off; and optional benefits. Employee preschool options, longevity incentives, and professional development are also available.

Purpose of the Job: Provide general support for the transportation of Pre-K students under the guidance of the Bus Driver and Transportation Manager, including specialized support for Pre-K students in special education. Implement specialized programming and assist students with individualized needs to and from school.

Qualifications and Skills

• Reliability: Demonstrate reliability in attendance and task completion.
• Professionalism: Present a professional appearance and maintain a positive work environment.
• Team Collaboration: Promote positive working relationships with peers, students, and the public.
• Adaptability: Follow schedules and routines and implement necessary adaptations based on student needs, especially for those with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Student Support: Meet the educational, physical, and emotional needs of assigned students, implement IEP requirements, and assist as needed.
• Specialized Training: Must be Mandt-trained (or willing to be trained) as required by the District.
• Data Security: Implement appropriate measures to protect district data, maintain secure passwords, and follow district technology policies.
• Transportation: May be required to transport students in district vehicles.
• Physical Requirements: Able to supervise students inside/outside, sometimes in inclement weather, and provide physical assistance as necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

Daily Operations:

• Operate school buses in accordance with district, state, and federal regulations and CDE rules.
• Perform pre- and post-route safety inspections on vehicles and ensure vehicle cleanliness.
• Maintain student conduct on the bus and promote safety for all students.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus.

Special Education Additional Duties

• Maintain strict confidentiality with all special education student information.
• Follow IEP-driven instructional programs as directed by supervising teachers.
• Safely maneuver and secure wheelchairs, assisting students with safe transfer to and from wheelchairs as needed.

Administrative Duties:

• Complete required paperwork and electronic documentation promptly.
• Coordinate with the Manager of Transportation and Transportation Secretary to maintain accurate records.
• Report all accidents/incidents to transportation management immediately.

Training and Compliance:

• Attend district-required training programs, meetings, and in-services.
• Uphold district policies, including school vehicle passenger rules.

Student Support:

• Administer first aid as necessary and ensure safe transfer procedures for students in wheelchairs.
• Maintain confidentiality for special education students and follow IEP-specific instructional programs as directed.

Skills, Knowledge, Equipment & Other:

• Proficient with standard office and specialized equipment needed for individual student accommodations.
• Basic technology skills as directed by the District for effective communication and recordkeeping.

In compliance with Titles VI; VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, School District Fremont RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

School District Fremont RE-1 has established complaint procedures for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. Complaints may be filed verbally, in writing, or anonymously. If you wish to file a complaint using the district complaint form, please submit it to: Ms. Jamie Davis, Director of Human Resources, Title IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, 101 North 14th Street, Cañon City, Colorado 81212 – Telephone: [phone], Email:[e-mail].