Temporary Specialized Transportation Education Support Professional (ESP) - #118667

Rochester; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Public Schools in Rochester, MN is seeking a Temporary Transportation Education Support Professional (ESP) for 6 hours per day. The role involves assisting Special Education students on the school bus, ensuring safety, and modeling positive behavior during transit.

The position requires experience with behavior management and the ability to work as part of a team. It runs from late November 2026 to early March 2027 and may include crisis prevention training as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavior management techniques.
• Capable of responding to occasional physical behavior.
• Willing to be trained in crisis prevention techniques and physical intervention.

Responsibilities

• Accompany Special Education students on the school bus taking care of personal needs and assuring their safety.
• Model a positive attitude and appropriate behavior for students while riding the bus.
• Ensure that students are delivered to a responsible person.
• Monitor student behavior during bus ride to ensure safe behavior and prevention of injury.
• File Transportation Communication reports as needed.
• Assist students getting on and off the bus.
• Assist bus driver in buckling seat belts and securing wheelchairs.
• Perform tasks within the level of responsibility of position as assigned by the supervisor.
• The ability to work as a cooperative team member.

Skills

Behavior management

Team player

Crisis intervention

Physical intervention

Job description

Description

Temporary Transportation Education Support Professional (ESP), 6 hrs/day, Position available on or about November 24, 2026 to March 5, 2027.

Transportation Professional Duties

• Accompany Special Education students on the school bus taking care of personal needs and assuring their safety.
• Model a positive attitude and appropriate behavior for students while riding the bus.
• Ensure that students are delivered to a responsible person.
• Monitor student behavior during bus ride to ensure safe behavior and prevention of injury.
• File Transportation Communication reports as needed.
• Assist students getting on and off the bus.
• Assist bus driver in buckling seat belts and securing wheelchairs.
• Perform tasks within the level of responsibility of position as assigned by the supervisor.
• The ability to work as a cooperative team member.
• Experience in behavior management techniques.
• Capable of responding to occasional physical behavior.
• Willing to be trained in crisis prevention techniques and physical intervention.

Physical requirements

• Must be able to pass a physical dexterity test.
• Must be physically able to evacuate students in the event of an emergency.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Stooping and bending required.

Commitment to Equity

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District information

To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit http://www.rochesterschools.org