Substitute Bus Aide

Young World Physical Education

San Antonio (TX)

On-site

USD 15,911 - 22,661

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a part-time Substitute Bus Aide in San Antonio, Texas. This role involves ensuring the safe transportation of students with disabilities by assisting them on and off the bus and supervising them during rides. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively and be capable of managing student behavior. The position pays $14 per hour, and no prior experience is necessary. The job requires working under various environmental conditions both inside and outside.

Qualifications

No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

Assist students on and off the bus according to their individual needs.
Supervise students as they board and exit the bus.
Instruct students on safe riding rules.

Skills

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

Job description

Substitute Bus Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5688773

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Reports to: Supervisor of Transportation

Dept./School: Transportation

Primary Purpose: Ride buses and help driver ensure safe and orderly transportation of students with disabilities.

Qualifications

Special Knowledge/Skills

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

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Student Management

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.

Routes and Schedules

Complete and maintain accurate, updated, and timely records and reports including route sheet and daily non-notification forms.

Safety

Operate equipment according to established safety procedures.
Make sure seat belts, harnesses, or car seats are used correctly and help students use safety devices when needed.
Follow emergency procedures including evacuation of students as needed and assist driver to administer first aid, if necessary.
Follow established procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and assisting students.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

Become familiar with and follow procedures established by transportation and special education offices.
Assist driver keeping bus clean and performance of pre- and post-trip inspections.
May require occasional non‑CDL driving duties if minimum driving qualifications and requirements are met.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture: Frequent standing and sitting; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting: Frequent heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non‑ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise and vehicle fumes; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases); work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; may work irregular or prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $14 to $14 Substitute

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