Teacher Aide

Category Schools - Paraprofessional Job Type Contract An education service district is actively seeking 50+ paraprofessional Bus Aides to support student transportation for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. This contract position offers approximately 15 hours per week, with a daily schedule of 3 hours split between morning and afternoon routes.

Location:

Denver, CO area, with a focus on Denver and Northern Denver communities.

Schedule:

Morning Route:

Approximately 90 minutes between 6:30 AM and 8:30

AM Afternoon Route:

Approximately 90 minutes between 2:30 PM and 4:30

PM Assignment Dates:

January 5, 2026 - May 29, 2026, with ESY (Extended School Year) opportunities and potential to resume in August for the 2026-2027 school year. Strong possibility for contract renewal.

Responsibilities:

Ride bus routes to and from school, accompanying students during transit. Assist drivers by ensuring student safety and comfort on the bus. Support 1:1 or 2:1 student caseloads, primarily for special needs children. Use verbal de-escalation techniques as needed to maintain a calm and safe environment. Familiarity with special needs student care on buses and prior experience riding routes with assigned students is preferred.

Qualifications:

Experience as a Paraprofessional or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is welcomed. Ability to communicate effectively and handle challenging behaviors calmly. Prior experience working with special needs children is advantageous. Dependability and a commitment to student safety are essential. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on students' daily school experience by providing dependable, compassionate support during transportation. If you have the skills and dedication to help ensure safe, comfortable bus rides for students, consider applying for this rewarding position. Compensation for this position ranges from $18.52 to $35.52. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found . This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled