Bus Assistant - Trainee

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.

Desired

Start Date:

07/28/2025

Bus Assistant – Trainee
Hourly Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: .75000 ,
Hours/Day: 6.000 ,
Days/Year: 182
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: CSE - Bus Driver Asst Hrly-182 , T21, 1
Pay Range: $21.42 - $26.00 Effective as of: 03-16-2025

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 $54.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

SUMMARY Learn how to care for students with special needs and ensure their safety while in transit on District school buses.

• Learn the care for passengers' needs while in transit.
• Assist passengers on and off the bus and crossing streets.
• Learn how to load and unload passengers in wheelchairs using the lift. Maneuver chairs on ramps, curbs, and inside buildings.
• Learn how to 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.
• Learn how to manage passengers ambulatory appliances, restraint systems, and difficult behavior.
• Learn how to prepare and submit all necessary records and reports in a timely manner.
• Learn proper cleaning of the inside of bus, mirrors, and windows.
• Learn the protocol for maintaining emergency card book for passengers, and maintain confidentiality of information.
• Learn how to assist driver with following route folder.
• Learn how to report accidents and implement breakdown procedures when required.
• Learn the correct 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.

EXPERIENCE: No experience required.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma/GED preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS: Valid Colorado driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to operate wheelchair lifts, secure wheelchair straps, and safety vests within one week after hire. Must pass District Pre‑Placement physical, District written test, District skills training, and First Aid test within one week after hire.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and…