Special Education Bus Aide

Teton County School District #1 • Jackson, WY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Wilson Elementary School is seeking a part-time Special Education Transportation Bus Aide for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves providing support to students with diverse learning and physical needs during their daily morning and afternoon commutes. The Aide will collaborate with the bus driver to ensure a safe, positive, and secure environment from student pickup to safe delivery.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to assist students physically, which may include bending, lifting, or securing equipment in a moving vehicle environment.
• Sufficient vision to read printed material.
• Sufficient hearing to conduct in-person conversations.
• Understandable voice with sufficient volume and clarity to be heard in normal conversations.
• Sufficient dexterity to write, use telephone and office equipment.
• Sufficient strength to lift, move, push/pull, and carry heavy objects, and also to stoop/crouch and reach/handle.
• Ability to navigate bus entry/exit steps while securing students.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience with young children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with safely boarding, riding, and exiting the school bus.
• Help secure seatbelts, harnesses, wheelchairs, or other specialized supportive equipment as needed.
• Monitor student behavior during transit, utilizing positive reinforcement and redirection strategies to maintain a calm and safe environment.
• Partner closely with the bus driver so they can focus entirely on the road.
• Alert the driver immediately to any safety or health disruptions.
• Maintain a friendly, welcoming demeanor with students, parents, and school staff during pickups and drop-offs.
• Report any notable behavioral or safety incidents to school administrators.
• Ensure absolute punctuality for the role, as school transit relies on strict timing.
• Assist students physically, which may include bending, lifting, or securing equipment in a moving vehicle environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED