Student Transportation Aide

Express Medical Transporters, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Express Medical Transporters in Kentucky is seeking a Student Transportation Aide to support safe, respectful transport for students and individuals with developmental disabilities. This part-time role offers flexible hours and a chance to contribute to a caring, patient-centered transportation program.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 1–2 years experience with disabilities, ability to work at least 30 hours weekly, background checks, and CPR/First Aid willingness.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work at least 30 hours per week.
• Ability to pass a fingerprint background check and 10-panel drug screening.
• CPR/AED or First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain within 60 days.
• 1–2 years of experience with individuals with disabilities, preferably in direct care.
• Experience with early childhood or school-age development is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, respectful transportation of students and adults with disabilities.
• Communicate effectively with riders and teammates.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Follow safety protocols and evacuations as needed.
• Collaborate with drivers to ensure passenger safety and on-time performance.

Skills

Patience

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Confidentiality

De-escalation

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Student Transportation Aide plays an essential part in ensuring the safe, respectful, and supportive transportation of students and older adults with developmental disabilities. The role requires emotional maturity, patience, and a genuine desire to help others during their daily commute. You’ll contribute to a positive environment where every rider feels secure, understood, and treated with dignity. This is a part‑time position with flexible hours, making it an excellent fit for individuals balancing school, family responsibilities, retirement, or other commitments.

Job Responsibilities of the Student Transportation Aid:

• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on timeliness and safety.
• Previous knowledge of the functionality of special equipment, such as wheelchair lifts and securement systems, preferred.
• Effective communication skills
• Patience and understanding when working with people with a wide range of disabilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and evacuation procedures
• Capability to manage and de‑escalate challenging behaviors in a calm and safe manner.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work cooperatively with drivers to ensure passenger safety.
• Understanding of and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the transportation of individuals with disabilities

• This is a part‑time position. Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 30 hours per week; however, a 40‑hour workweek is not guaranteed.

Normal Working Conditions:

This position requires the Student Aide to be a passenger in a moving vehicle for most of the time. While the vehicle provides some protection from weather and elements, frequent exposure to all elements of weather such as wind, rain, snow, and high heat and humidity are common. Additionally, exposure to bodily fluids should be expected.

Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

• 1-2 years’ experience in working with individuals with disabilities, preferably in a direct‑care setting.
• Experience with early childhood or school‑age development strongly desired.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to work at least 30 hours a week.
• Ability to pass a fingerprint background check and 10‑panel drug screening.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with emphasis on safety, respectful, compassionate service and timeliness.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR/AED certification, or willingness to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment with emphasis on timeliness and safety.
• Previous knowledge of the functionality of special equipment, such as wheelchair lifts and securement systems, preferred.
• Effective communication skills
• Patience and understanding when working with people with a wide range of disabilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and evacuation procedures
• Capability to manage and de‑escalate challenging behaviors in a calm and safe manner.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work cooperatively with drivers to ensure passenger safety.
• Understanding of and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the transportation of individuals with disabilities.

Express Medical Transporters (EMT) is dedicated to inclusive hiring and employment practices and will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to any and all essential functions or requirements of its jobs and stated duties upon request or direct knowledge of a need for such accommodation.