Van/Bus Special Education Aide

ESC of Eastern Ohio; Poland Township (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

ESC of Eastern Ohio is seeking a Van/Bus Special Education Aide for the 2025-2026 school year. The role supports the bus driver in providing safe transportation for students with disabilities, including assisting with wheelchair lift operations and ensuring comfort during trips.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a favorable background check, and a readiness to adhere to drug-free workplace rules and board policies. Aide licensure is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Favorable BCI/FBI background checks
• Complies with drug free workplace rules and board policies
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrates aptitude and knowledge of the position's demands
• Willingness to obtain Educational Aide license

Responsibilities

• Assist the bus/van driver to maintain safe and comfortable transportation for assigned students
• Communicate effectively with the driver and students to ensure safety
• Assist the driver in operating the wheelchair lift as needed

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Safety-conscious

Background checks favorable

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Van/Bus Special Education Aide

2025-2026 School Year

Compensation

Hourly

Education/Degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job Goal

The bus/van special education aide will assist the bus driver with maintaining safe and comfortable transportation for assigned students to and from designated stops.

General Qualifications

• Favorable BCI/FBI background checks
• Complies with drug free workplace rules and board policies
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrates aptitude and knowledge of the position's demands
• Willingness to obtain Educational Aide license

Job Specific Qualifications Description

• Desire and dedication to work with students with disabilities.
• Must be personable and able to communicate well with driver and students
• Willingness to assist the driver to ensure safety of students
• Must be able to assist the driver in operation of wheelchair lift