Sub Bus Assistant Transportation

Sub Bus Assistant Central Transportation

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.

Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.

Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

Substitute Bus Asst

Hourly Position

FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: .12500 ,
Hours/Day: 1.000 ,
Days/Year: 260
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: TNO
- Hourly
- Non Negotiated , T18, 1
Hourly Rate: $21.42 Effective as of: 08-13-2025

Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $57.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

SUMMARY:

Care for students with special needs and ensure their safety while in transit on District school buses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Care for passengers' needs while in transit. Assist passengers on and off the bus and crossing streets.

Load and unload passengers in wheelchairs using the lift. Maneuver chairs on ramps, curbs, and inside buildings.

Secure passengers' wheelchairs and properly fasten all protective safety devices, car seats, lap belts, and T-straps.

Collaborate with driver on passenger management. Assist driver with maintaining student control.

Manage passengers with ambulatory appliances, restraint systems, and difficult behavior.

Prepare and submit all necessary records and reports in a timely manner.

Clean inside of bus, mirrors, and windows.

Maintain emergency card book for passengers, and maintain confidentiality of information.

Assist driver with following route folder.

Report accidents and implement breakdown procedures when required.

Safely stop and secure vehicle and evacuate school bus if driver becomes incapacitated.

Obtain special training related to specific disabilities and the assistant role in caring for those needs in transit.

Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations…