Special Education Bus Aide — Safe, Supportive Transport

Alabama State Department of Education; Rockford (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Coosa County Schools is seeking a Special Education Bus Aide to assist in transporting students safely and punctually. You will aid the bus driver, monitor student safety, and support students with behavior plans under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor.

The role requires high school graduation or equivalent, ability to lift, CPR readiness, and a background check approval. Experience with special needs students is preferred, with training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with special needs individuals preferred.
• Physically and emotionally able to assist students, including lifting and restraining as needed.
• CPR trained or willing to be trained.
• Cleared background check through FBI and ABI processes.

Responsibilities

• Regular and punctual attendance; notify supervisor when absence is necessary.
• Ensure safety of students by adhering to all bus rules and assisting students in following safety rules.
• Works cooperatively with bus driver in all aspects of bus operations including: following each student’s IEP; loading, securing, monitoring, unloading students; cleaning the interior of bus; post trip checks.
• Familiarize self with safety equipment located on bus, emergency procedures, and bus route and pick-up points.
• Participation in required trainings and professional development.
• Works cooperatively with school staff in handling behaviors and physical management as needed.
• Maintain proper and professional relationship with student and staff; respect confidentiality.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Good physical health

CPR trained

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Coosa County Schools is seeking a Special Education Bus Aide to assist in transporting students safely and punctually. You will aid the bus driver, monitor student safety, and support students with behavior plans under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor.

The role requires high school graduation or equivalent, ability to lift, CPR readiness, and a background check approval. Experience with special needs students is preferred, with training provided as needed.