School Bus Aide

Westerly Public Schools (RI); Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Westerly Public Schools (RI) Transportation is seeking a School Bus Aide to support students with extraordinary needs during transit. The role involves assisting with seating, securing wheelchairs, and maintaining safety while buses operate, under the supervision of the bus driver.

The ideal candidate has experience with children in educational settings, strong communication skills with all abilities, and a patient, positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare environment.
• Knowledge of boarding/exiting a bus for wheelchairs or other devices.
• Ability to communicate with children of all abilities.
• Patience, respect and a positive attitude in interacting with the public.

Responsibilities

• Manage behavior of students using safety care protocols during entry, transit, or exit.
• Secure seating and assist devices including wheelchairs and harnesses.
• Provide written records of violations to Transportation Dispatcher as needed.
• Supervise assistive technology devices and ensure proper handling.
• Assist bus drivers with day-to-day management and emergency procedures.
• Communicate effectively with students and participate in staff meetings.
• Carry out health plans and provide first aid as necessary.
• Assist students crossing streets if needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Perform related work as required and assigned.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication with children

Patience and positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid/CPR certification

Safety Care Training

Job description

School Bus Aide

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This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board , and Westerly Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5879834

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: School Bus Aide Location: Transportation Class Title: Regular - Non Exempt - Local 808 Effective Date:07/30/2026 Salary Range:$21.39/Hr Hours per week:Part Time

General Statement: The School Bus Aide provides support in transit to students with extraordinary needs being transported on School Buses. This position requires knowledge of caring for students with extraordinary physical, medical or behavioral needs, manipulating and securing equipment on and off a school bus, supporting the bus driver and maintaining the safety of students while the bus is in transit to ensure their safe arrival at school and home each day.

Responsibilities:

• Manages behavior of students using district safety care protocols while entering, while in transit, or exiting the bus.
• Manages seating including securing wheelchairs, harness and/or car seats needed for extraordinary physical, medical or behavioral needs of students. This includes operating the lift system to support students entering or exiting the Bus
• Provide written records of violations of the student code to the Transportation Dispatcher as necessary.
• Supervises appropriate usage and proper handling of assist tech devices.
• Assists bus drivers with the day to day management of students as well as any emergency procedures as necessary.
• Communicates effectively with students
• Participates in all staff meetings and training sessions.
• Ability to carry out a health plan and/or provide first aid as necessary
• Assist students crossing street if necessary
• Must understand and maintain confidentiality
• Performs related work as required and assigned

Qualifications:

• Experience Preferred:
  • Previous work with children in an educational or childcare environment.
  • Understanding of the mechanical process used to board and exit a bus for wheelchairs and any other transport devices.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with children of all abilities.
  • Exhibit patience, respect towards others, and a positive attitude in working with the general public.
• Education:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification & Licensing:
  • Must be willing and able to be certified in First Aid/CPR, Safety Care Training

Responsibilities:

• Manages behavior of students using district safety care protocols while entering, while in transit, or exiting the bus.
• Manages seating including securing wheelchairs, harness and/or car seats needed for extraordinary physical, medical or behavioral needs of students. This includes operating the lift system to support students entering or exiting the Bus.
• Provide written records of violations of the student code to the Transportation Dispatcher as necessary.
• Supervises appropriate usage and proper handling of assist tech devices.
• Assists bus drivers with the day to day management of students as well as any emergency procedures as necessary.
• Communicates effectively with students.
• Participates in all staff meetings and training sessions.
• Ability to carry out a health plan and/or provide first aid as necessary.
• Assist students crossing street if necessary.
• Must understand and maintain confidentiality.
• Performs related work as required and assigned .

Qualifications:

• Experience Preferred:
  • Previous work with children in an educational or childcare environment.
  • Understanding of the mechanical process used to board and exit a bus for wheelchairs and any other transport devices.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with children of all abilities.
  • Exhibit patience, respect towards others, and a positive attitude in working with the general public.
• Education:
  • High School diploma or equivalent required
• Certification & Licensing:
  • Must be willing and able to be certified in First Aid/CPR, Safety Care Training

Please note: Applicants for safety-sensitive positions with the Westerly Public School District are required to complete a urinalysis drug test as part of the employment application process. This notice is provided to inform applicants of the District’s intent to include such testing in its hiring procedures.

Questions can be directed to: [e-mail]

Westerly Public School District is committed to advancing, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging within the workplace and its community. As an equal opportunity employer we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. If special accommodations are needed call 401-315-1500, 48 hours in advance.

Westerly Public School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $21.39 to $21.39 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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