School Bus Aide for Students with Disabilities

IDEA Public Schools; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parenting Benefits

Vacation Time

Referral Bonuses

Professional Development

Relocation Allowance

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Florida is seeking a Bus Monitor to ride buses and assist drivers in safely transporting students with disabilities. You will lift and help students, supervise boarding and alighting, and maintain routes and safety procedures while supporting teachers and families.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and a commitment to student wellbeing; training and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate safety equipment and adaptive equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lift and carry students with disabilities on and off the bus according to individual needs.
• Supervise students as they board and leave the bus and cross streets.
• Take children into buildings and help them find their way.
• Learn and adapt to each student’s medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Manage student behavior and report discipline problems to the administrator.
• Communicate daily with teachers and parents regarding student behavior on the bus.
• Become familiar with all routes to and from school and assist the driver.
• Maintain an updated route schedule.
• Supervise use of seat belts, harnesses, or car seats by students.
• Follow emergency procedures and assist the driver with first aid if necessary.
• Operate equipment according to safety procedures.
• Follow procedures to perform job duties including lifting and assisting students.
• Familiarize with procedures from transportation and special education offices.
• Help the driver keep the bus clean.
• Work irregular hours as needed.

Skills

Follow verbal instructions

Operate safety equipment

Work with children with disabilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Florida is seeking a Bus Monitor to ride buses and assist drivers in safely transporting students with disabilities. You will lift and help students, supervise boarding and alighting, and maintain routes and safety procedures while supporting teachers and families.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and a commitment to student wellbeing; training and benefits accompany the position.