Substitute School Bus Monitor (Special Needs)

Flowing-Wells-Unified-School-District; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowing Wells School District is seeking a bus monitor for the 2026-2027 school year to assist with special needs students on the transportation system. This 10-month, part-time position requires; 18+ years old and a high school diploma or equivalent. CPR and First Aid certifications are required to ensure student safety.

The role involves supervising students, assisting with lifts, and supporting the bus driver on routes. District benefits apply only to eligible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Experience working with children with special needs is desirable.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains order among the students, supervising their behavior and enforcing district standards of conduct on the bus.
• Monitors students' conduct, alert for emotional and physical conditions that may affect safety and welfare.
• Assists special needs students on and off the bus.
• Assists in conducting evacuation drills.
• Administers first aid.
• Assists substitute driver in following the route.
• Operates various types of lift mechanisms.
• Maneuvers wheelchairs up ramps, over curbs, and around inside of bus without assistance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Special needs awareness

Emergency safety

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Rule knowledge

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be 18 years of age

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Salary:
$17.91 per hour

Terms/Benefits:
2026-2027 School Year

10 month position - As Needed
Positions under 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

General Information:

Monitors students on the special needs bus and assists the bus driver as directed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Experience working with children with special needs is desirable.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge and understanding of children with special needs.
• Ability to operate specialized equipment such as wheelchairs, hydraulic lifts, etc.
• Ability to react professionally for the safety of the students in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response.
• Stress management skills.

Essential Duties & Responsbilities:

• Maintains order among the students, supervising their behavior and enforcing district standards of conduct on the bus.
• Monitors students' conduct, alert for emotional and physical conditions that may affect the safety and welfare of the students.
• Assists special needs students on and off the bus.
• Assists in conducting evacuation drills.
• Administers first aid.
• Assists substitute driver in following the route.
• Operates various types of lift mechanisms.
• Maneuvers wheelchairs up ramps, over curbs, and around inside of bus without assistance.

NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEE

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flowing Wells School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Flowing Wells School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including sexual harassment as described in the District’s policies concerning sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities or employment policies as required by federal law. The District abides by federal laws regarding people with disabilities. If you have a special need, reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the American Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries regarding compliance with any of the above may be directed to Flowing Wells School District’s Human Resources Department; or to the Director of the Office For Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Federal Office Building, 1244 Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582.