Substitute Bus Associate

Young World Physical Education; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time Substitute Bus Associate in Johnston, Iowa. The role requires supporting the safe transportation of students with specialized needs, ensuring they have a positive experience during their transport.

Ideal candidates should have physical capabilities to perform the job duties, a high school diploma, and strong interpersonal skills. Duties include supervising students, maintaining discipline, and communicating effectively with parents and school personnel.

This position offers $16 per hour, with no guaranteed hours, and requires a criminal background check.

Qualifications

• Must have the physical capabilities to perform all job requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to effectively relate to children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and assistance to ensure a safe experience for students.
• Maintain positive communication with school personnel and students.
• Demonstrate integrity and respect confidentiality.

Skills

Physical abilities to meet job requirements

Ability to relate to children and adults

Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Substitute Bus Associate

Position Summary: Support the safe and efficient transportation of students with specialized needs by providing supervision, care, and assistance to ensure a safe and positive experience during curricular and extracurricular transportation services.

Job Details

Job ID: 3385371

Application Deadline: Apr 18, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16 per Hour

Terms of Employment: Substitutes are called and serve on an “as needed basis” with no guarantee of hours or days.

Qualifications

• Physical abilities to meet job requirements
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to relate to all children and adults
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills

Successful completion of a criminal background check and physical capacity profile test will be required upon offer.

Performance Responsibilities

Personal Performance Criteria

• Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students
• Contributes to creating a positive work environment
• Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality
• Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of the scheduled day
• Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to the specific job
• Works independently and with confidence
• Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision

Professional Performance Criteria

• Follows policy and procedures in the Transportation Handbook regarding student interactions, including:
  • Maintaining discipline when students are on the bus or in loading areas
  • Reporting and documenting daily observations, routine care given, and physical/behavioral changes
• Use of appropriate safety precautions and care in the transfer of all students
• Exercise responsible leadership on out-of-district school trips
• When transporting special education students:
  • Assisting with the use of lift equipment in the transfer of students in wheelchairs
  • Assisting with ambulatory students moving in and out of the bus
  • Securing of wheelchairs on the bus
  • Checking securing devices for defects
  • Communicating effectively with parents, CHC, group homes, and schools
• Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time

Equal Opportunity Employer

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