Substitute Bus Paraprofessional - Districtwide

Sheridan County School District #2; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A public school district in the United States is looking for a motivated Substitute Bus Paraprofessional to assist in safely transporting Special Education students. The role requires a high school diploma, good command of the English language, and the ability to work well in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include maintaining safety on the bus, assisting during loading/unloading, and communicating effectively with staff. This position offers a flexible schedule with an hourly rate of $15.97 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Good command of the English language.
• Ability to work well with students and staff in a dynamic/stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transporting Special Education students safely.
• Maintain discipline and safety on the bus.
• Communicate with staff regarding behavior and procedures.

Skills

Good command of the English language

Ability to work well with students and staff

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Substitute Bus Paraprofessional - Districtwide JobID: 1438

Position Type: Substitutes

Date Posted: 4/28/2025

Location: Bus Barn

SUBSTITUTE BUS PARAPROFESSIONAL - TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT

SCSD2 is seeking a positive, professional, and motivated Substitute Bus Paraprofessional to join the Transportation team.

HOURLY RATE: $15.97/hr (depending on experience)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent.


• Good command of the English language.


• Ability to work well with students and staff in a dynamic/stressful environment.

REPORTS TO: Transportation/Special Education Directors and/or classroom teacher

JOB GOAL:

To assist with transporting Special Education students to/from school in a safe, consistent, and disciplined environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with teachers, parents, and bus drivers to safely transport students to/from school.


• Maintains discipline and safety during the entire assigned bus route with assistance, if or as required, from bus driver.


• Assists students for the purpose of providing for their needs during transport, safe loading, and unloading from buses including both emergency situations and normal transport.


• Attends relevant training through the Special Education and Transportation Departments to obtain skills to handle student and emergency situations.


• Communicates with teachers, bus drivers, and/or administration regarding behavior issues, activities, and changes to pick-up/drop-off procedures and schedules.


• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns.


• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Call as needed with salary to be set by Board of Trustees.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation.

Job category: Substitute | Exemption Status: non-exempt | Days/year: Variable | Hours/day: Variable | Insurance Eligibility: not benefit eligible | Contract position: no

EEO and Other Notices

Sheridan County School District No. 2 does not discriminate on the basis of economic status, intellectual ability, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, disability, or religion in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in, its educational programs or activities.

Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and ADA may be referred to Sheridan County School District No. 2:

Title IX Coordinator
Human Resource Director
201 N. Connor St.
Sheridan, WY 82801
307-674-7405

Section 504 Coordinator
Special Services Director
201 N. Connor St.
Sheridan, WY 82801
307-674-7405

The closing date displayed is a guideline for candidates and hiring committees. All job postings shall be open for a minimum of five days before they are filled. Once five days have elapsed, committees may begin selecting, interviewing, and hiring qualified candidates. An application is not a guarantee for an interview. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early, as job postings may close sooner than the listed close date.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act exemption status (exempt/non-exempt from overtime) is designated by position. Sheridan County School District No. 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Wyoming State Statute requires any employee initially hired by SCSD2 on or after July 1, 1996, to pass a criminal background check with DCI (Department of Criminal Investigation).