Classified - Bus Driver Assistant Transportation Department

Moses Lake School District 161 Transportation Dept.

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Job : 5957513

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 12, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Classified Salary Range

Benefits Available

Transportation Department

Route 10 & Route 15

Shift time is subject to department needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Must have a valid First Aid Card.
• Must be willing and able to work patiently with and supervise special needs students.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to work well with adults and children with disabilities.
• Strength and agility to enter and exit a bus from side emergency exit.
• Must be able to work effectively with special needs children.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist students with entering or exiting the bus in a safe manner.
• Seat students safely using needed seat belts, child seats or wheelchair restraints, etc.
• Serve as a role model for students in demonstrating a positive attitude, good moral character, and integrity.
• Monitor passengers at all times to ensure safety regulations and student conduct rules are followed.
• Exercise student management through communication and discipline per Company policy.
• Document and report any violations or conduct concerns to appropriate authority.
• Physically assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Ensure that children take their belongings with them when leaving the bus.
• Assist Driver in keeping the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable.
• Complete all required paperwork and submit to the appropriate employee/department in a timely manner.
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, and school personnel; always promoting company goodwill.
• Present a neat and professional appearance at all times.
• Report to duty on time and perform all responsibilities in a safe manner.
• Attend all assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings.
• Accept responsibility for assignments and outcomes.
• Work cooperatively with other staff; maintain positive, respectful relationships and engagements.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Maintain district assigned email account; read and respond to messages regularly.
• Other such job-related tasks as assigned.

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affi

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $21.91 to $25.35 Salary Range:
Per P.S.E. Contract Schedule

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Dyan K Ford , Director of Transportation
• Transportation Dept.
• Phone:
• Email: dford