Candidate Pool Bus Aide - Transportation Center, (SY 2026-2027)

Summary

There are 7 full-time positions.

• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and MPS information.
• Works in tandem with school bus drivers to ensure students are transported safely and securely to and from school.
• Enforces District policies and rules of conduct.
• Assists in monitoring students while on the school bus for proper school bus safety behavior and conduct.
• De-escalates and resolves issues as they arise.
• Provides customer service to parents and guardians, answers questions, and explains District rules.
• Communicates effectively with children.
• Collaborates as a team member, with colleagues, staff, and community representatives.
• Follows verbal and written instructions.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with co-workers, clients, and community agencies.
• May be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish the requirements of the position.
• May be required to assist students with ingress and egress from vehicles.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.
• Knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
• Basic record keeping and records management.
• Safety rules and regulations.
• Skill in managing student conduct and behavior.
• De-escalation techniques and practices.
• Recognizing potentially dangerous situations on the bus.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Reacting quickly to situations that could create personal stress and safety problems.
• Communicating effectively with children.
• Collaborating as a team member, with colleagues, staff, and community representatives.
• Following verbal and written instructions.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, clients, and community agencies.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed on a school bus and on school premises, with moderate physical requirements.
• Requires occasionally assisting students with ingress and egress from vehicles.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

License and Certification Requirements

• A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.

Organizational Information

• Bargaining Unit: Drivers
• Grade: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Job Group: Student Support
• Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body.

Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.