Bus Aide

Bus Aide

RSU 21 Regional School Unit 21 — Kennebunk, Maine

Job : 5609877

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

As an RSU 21 Bus Aide you are in charge of the safe conveyance of all persons on the bus. There may be times you will need to intervene and interact with students if they are being distracted or there is a safety concern.

Reports to:

Transportation Manager

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with children and/or children with disabilities
• Ability to lift or manage children of various ages
• Appropriate dress and hygiene
• Valid criminal history records certification

• Be available daily to perform assigned bus runs
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers
• Respect and understand confidentiality requirements; report concerns regarding students or bus issues to the Transportation Manager and/or Special Services Director
• Cell phone use on the bus is allowed in emergency situations only
• Attend mandatory trainings as required
• Fulfill all other duties as assigned by the Transportation Manager and/or Special Services Director
• Maintain a student-centered, safe, and orderly environment on the bus
• Assist with medical issues as specified by the student’s IEP/IEHP; participate in medical emergency responses
• Implement behavior management plans as directed by Special Education staff
• Communicate with bus driver, parents, and special education staff as directed
• Provide physical support to assist students with mobility as needed; do not enter homes
• Participate in district in-service training
• Refrain from personal conversations while students are on the bus
• Greet students, model manners, speak calmly, and treat all students with respect
• Follow Hands-Off protocol except when needed as noted in performance responsibilities

• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Critical judgment and decision-making
• Commitment to processes and procedures
• 100% follow-through
• Calm under pressure
• Embrace diversity

Reasonable accommodations under the ADA or applicable law will be provided, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district.

Salary and benefits in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Board policies. Performance evaluated annually by the Transportation Manager. Pay Range: $20.30 to $21.34 per hour (TEA CBA Appendix A FY 2026).

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Transportation

• Chelsie Fitzgerald
• 177 Alewive Rd
• Kennebunk, Maine 04043
• Phone:
• Email:

RSU 21 is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, national origin, or any other protected status. We encourage all applicants.