School Bus Assistant: Safe Transit & Student Support

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 16,531,200 - 22,041,600; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Transportation Assistant to support student safety on assigned buses. You will help load and unload students, secure seatbelts, wheels, and devices, and assist with wheelchair lifts as needed.

You will monitor student behavior, reinforce bus rules, provide guidance and emotional support, and maintain accurate transport records. This role requires collaboration with the Transportation Supervisor and bus drivers to meet individual student needs, including

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students and staff.
• Ability to monitor and manage student behavior during transport.
• Familiarity with safety equipment such as seatbelts and wheelchairs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in loading/unloading students and securing seatbelts, wheelchairs, and devices; use wheelchair lifts as needed.
• Monitor and maintain student behavior; explain and reinforce bus rules; report issues.
• Support students by answering questions and providing guidance and a friendly attitude.
• Maintain accurate records for students requiring additional attention during transport.
• Address special needs per each student’s IEP and BIP; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Observation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Wheelchair lifts

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Transportation Assistant to support student safety on assigned buses. You will help load and unload students, secure seatbelts, wheels, and devices, and assist with wheelchair lifts as needed.

You will monitor student behavior, reinforce bus rules, provide guidance and emotional support, and maintain accurate transport records. This role requires collaboration with the Transportation Supervisor and bus drivers to meet individual student needs, including