Student Transportation Aide for Special Needs

Linden-Kildare School District; Linden (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Linden-Kildare School District in Linden, Texas, is seeking a dedicated transportation aide to assist students with disabilities on and off buses and ensure safe, orderly travel. You will follow individual plans, supervise boarding/exiting, and reinforce riding rules while collaborating with teachers and families.

The role requires patience, physical ability to assist students, and strong communication with school staff. Immediate start with full-time hours, on-site at district facilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to operate safety equipment and adaptive equipment.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Ability to work well with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist students on and off the bus according to their individual needs including lifting and carrying students with disabilities.
• Supervise students as they board and exit the bus and cross the street following established safety procedures.
• Escort students into the building and deliver to their assigned destination.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and riding rules and regulations.
• Learn and adapt to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Manage student behavior and report student discipline problems in a timely manner to appropriate administrator.
• Communicate with teachers and parents regarding student behavior while on bus.

Skills

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Safety equipment use

Behavior management

Disability awareness

Job description

Linden-Kildare School District in Linden, Texas, is seeking a dedicated transportation aide to assist students with disabilities on and off buses and ensure safe, orderly travel. You will follow individual plans, supervise boarding/exiting, and reinforce riding rules while collaborating with teachers and families.

The role requires patience, physical ability to assist students, and strong communication with school staff. Immediate start with full-time hours, on-site at district facilities.