Substitute Bus Assistant

About the role

This position assists with the safe transportation of students with special needs to and from school and school-related activities by providing assistance to the school bus driver; securing passengers in their seats; and assisting students that board and leave the school bus. The employee also interacts with students, allowing the driver to focus more on safe driving practices and traffic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assists students on and off of the school bus and during the bus ride as necessary, including attending to individual special needs of students to ensure their safety and comfort
• Ensures that all students are properly secured in their safety vest or wheelchair as required by the students' Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
• Assists in controlling student behavior
• Assists bus driver in conducting bus evaluation drills
• Assists the driver in maintaining the cleanliness of the interior of the bus
• Learns the bus route, schedule and bus stops
• Keeps abreast of route and bus stop changes
• Performs related work as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age for employment is 18 years old
• Ability to use and display patience, sensitivity and understanding to students who have special needs
• Must complete the pre-employment training course offered by the Department of Pupil Transportation in order to become a bus assistant

Pay

Minimum Salary: $17.93 per hour. Annual salary will be prorated based upon actual work begin date.

Benefits

For information about our benefits, visit our website: https://www.henricoschools.us/page/employee-benefits

Location: Pupil Transportation Operative - Henrico County Public Schools, 1910 E Parham Road, Henrico
Posting Date: 05-07-2026  |  Closing Date: 06-01-2027