Special Education Transportation Aide

Point Quest, Inc.; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking a Special Education Transportation Aide to support students during morning and afternoon routes in Placerville, CA. You will supervise riders, assist with loading/unloading, and provide calm, positive behavior support under the supervision of school staff.

This full-time role offers benefits and a schedule Monday–Friday aligned with school hours. Qualifications include a high school diploma, background clearance, and a passion for helping students with special needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background clearance (DOJ/FBI Live Scan) and TB clearance.
• Ability to safely supervise students during transportation.
• Physically able to assist students as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support students during transportation to and from school.
• Assist with safe loading and unloading.
• Provide encouragement and behavioral redirection to keep rides calm and positive.
• Track attendance and complete required documentation.
• Follow transportation safety procedures and emergency protocols.
• Communicate concerns or incidents to supervisors and school staff.
• Implement IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans (as needed).
• Provide one-on-one instructional and behavioral support.
• Help students participate in class and daily routines.
• Collect and document student progress data.
• Collaborate with teachers and clinical staff.

Skills

Passion for special needs

Calm under pressure

Early mornings

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Transportation Aide

Pay Range: $18.50-$22.50/hourly

Job Description

Special Education Transportation Aide / Rider - Placerville to El Dorado Hills Route | $18.50-$22.50/hr + Benefits | Diamond Springs & Cameron Park Candidates Welcome | Monday-Friday

About the Role

Help students with special needs start and end their school day safely. As a Rider on our Placerville to El Dorado Hills route, you'll be picked up along the way. You'll work alongside the driver and school staff to keep every ride safe, calm, and supportive, and may also provide Behavioral Aide support during school hours as needed.

Why You'll Love It

• $18.50-$22.50/hour, full-time with benefits: medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401(k)
• We pick you up! No commute, no gas
• Monday-Friday, school hours. No nights or weekends, school holidays off
• Midday break between shifts, (with the option to pick up Behavioral Aide hours)
• Paid training, including Pro-ACT/CPR
• Meaningful work: you're often the first friendly face students see each day

Schedule

• Morning: 4:30/5:30 AM - 8:30 AM
• Afternoon: 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

What You'll Do

As a Rider

• Supervise and support students during transportation to and from school
• Assist with safe loading and unloading
• Provide encouragement and behavioral redirection to keep rides calm and positive
• Track attendance and complete required documentation
• Follow transportation safety procedures and emergency protocols
• Communicate concerns or incidents to supervisors and school staff

As a Behavioral Aide (as needed)

• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Provide one-on-one instructional and behavioral support
• Help students participate in class and daily routines
• Collect and document student progress data
• Collaborate with teachers and clinical staff

What We're Looking For

• Passion for working with students with special needs
• Patient, empathetic, and calm under pressure
• Reliable and ready for early mornings
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Must Have

• High school diploma or equivalent
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background clearance and TB clearance
• Ability to safely assist and supervise students during transportation
• Physically able to support student needs as required

Preferred

• Experience working with children or individuals with special needs
• Experience in school transportation or student support services
• Experience supporting students with behavioral, social, or emotional needs
• Pro-ACT, CPI, CPR, or First Aid certification

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.

Guided by a culture of collaboration, growth, and determination, our teams work every day to deliver personalized support and meaningful outcomes for the students and communities we serve.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

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