Substitute Transportation Aide

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Substitute Transportation Aide Qualifications

• Has a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining such
• Has the ability to read and follow written directions
• Must be 18 years of age
• Has valid Certification in first aid training including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Has the ability to lift and assist in the moving of children of various weights numerous times per day
• Has the ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, and staff
• Must be of good moral character
• Must be able to exercise confidentiality in dealing with preschool and special needs children

Transportation Coordinator/Director of Transportation

To insure the safety of children on the bus and administer to situations as they arise during transportation

• Be familiar with and follow written guidelines, policies, procedures and directions from supervisor as they relate to special needs and preschool children
• Assist in the management of students riding the bus
• Assist in the seating of students riding the bus
• Assist children getting on and off the bus
• Ensure that students are properly picked up and dropped off to parents and teacher assistants
• Be familiar with and follow written guidelines, policies, procedures and directions as they related to special needs and preschool children
• Supervise the use of assistive devices (wheelchairs, braces, etc.)
• Load and unload students including operation of lift system (may require lifting)
• Assist with emergency management of children
• Assist with evacuation procedure of students
• Implement special IEP services for students
• Administer basic first aid, when necessary
• Attend all appropriate training programs given, relating to transportation of special needs and preschool children
• Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor

• LEVEL 1
• As Needed
• Daily assignments are arranged through the secretary, teacher, Aesop, or principal

Board approved 4-8-04, Revised 9-11-08

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 5:58:39 PM CST.