School Bus Aide - 1 year only

Job Title: School Bus Aide - 1 year only
Location: Transportation

Class Title: Regular - Non Exempt - Local 808
Effective Date: 10/26/2026

Salary Range: $21.39/Hr
Hours per week: Part Time

General Statement: The School Bus Aide provides support in transit to students with extraordinary needs being transported on School Buses. This position requires knowledge of caring for students with extraordinary physical, medical or behavioral needs, manipulating and securing equipment on and off a school bus, supporting the bus driver and maintaining the safety of students while the bus is in transit to ensure their safe arrival at school and home each day.

Responsibilities:

Manages behavior of students using district safety care protocols while entering, while in transit, or exiting the bus.

Manages seating including securing wheelchairs, harness and/or car seats needed for extraordinary physical, medical or behavioral needs of students. This includes operating the lift system to support students entering or exiting the Bus

Provide written records of violations of the student code to the Transportation Dispatcher as necessary.

Supervises appropriate usage and proper handling of assist tech devices.

Assists bus drivers with the day to day management of students as well as any emergency procedures as necessary.

Communicates effectively with students

Participates in all staff meetings and training sessions.

Ability to carry out a health plan and/or provide first aid as necessary

Assist students crossing street if necessary

Must understand and maintain confidentiality

Performs related work as required and assigned

Qualifications:

Experience Preferred:

Previous work with children in an educational or childcare environment.

Understanding of the mechanical process used to board and exit a bus for wheelchairs and any other transport devices.

Ability to communicate effectively with children of all abilities.

Exhibit patience, respect towards others, and a positive attitude in working with the general public.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification & Licensing:

Must be willing and able to be certified in First Aid/CPR, Safety Care Training

Please note: Applicants for safety-sensitive positions with the Westerly Public School District are required to complete a urinalysis drug test as part of the employment application process. This notice is provided to inform applicants of the District’s intent to include such testing in its hiring procedures.

We encourage internal movements that increase innovation, and encourage employees to stay and grow within our District. Please note that all assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the District. Additionally, school year positions, both certified and non-certified, posted during the school year are temporary unless otherwise indicated to allow for internal movement at the close of the respective school year.

Questions can be directed to: [email protected]

Westerly Public School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.