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Part-Time Bus Aide Esperanza Academy - 3.3 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Part-time 11 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Start Date:

IMMEDIATE START

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Esperanza Academy Charter School Location:

Multi-site Campus in North Philadelphia

ABOUT ESPERANZA ACADEMY

Esperanza means hope. Esperanza Academy Charter School (EACS), located in the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia, is dedicated to serving the students within its community. We believe education can be a vehicle for social and economic advancement, especially in historically underserved communities. This core belief drives our relentless pursuit to become the best educational option for all students in the Philadelphia area. Our proven track record of academic success with historically underserved students sets us apart. The Academy has 11th-grade test scores above the city of Philadelphia average and value-added math and reading proficiency growth is among the highest in Pennsylvania. Students graduate at a rate exceeding 90% and drop out at only 1%. For 9 out of 11 years, the Academy has been awarded a silver or bronze medal rating in the US News ranking of Best High Schools in the country. In the fall of 2025, we opened a brand-new elementary school building, marking the completion of our expansion to a full K-12 program serving over 2,200 students. This growth will make Esperanza Academy the second-largest single charter school in Philadelphia, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality education to even more students in our city.

THE OPPORTUNITY

At Esperanza Academy Charter School, we prioritize the safety of our students and staff to and from school. As a result, we strive to ensure that we provide the necessary support and supervision to ensure a safe environment for all students. Esperanza Academy Charter School has an opportunity available for a part-time Bus Aide for our special education students. As a dedicated member of our Special Education team, the Bus Aide prioritizes the safety and well-being of students throughout their transportation experience. The primary function of this role is to supervise students during the morning and afternoon routes. The bus aide will uphold our school-wide behavior norms and expectations and track student behavior on daily behavior charts. In addition, the Bus Aide will assist students in safely boarding and disembarking the bus, and ensuring secure seating with the use of seat belts, car seats, or wheelchair restraints as needed. Serving as a positive role model, the Bus Aide exemplifies a positive attitude, good moral character, and integrity. Esperanza Academy offers a safe, structured, and supportive teaching environment where educators: Embrace our mission both inside and outside the classroom. Recognize the importance of cultivating strong relationships for student success. Prioritize student-centered, data-driven instruction while maintaining high standards.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS A

passion for education and a belief that your zip code does not dictate your destiny. A High School diploma

Clearances:

All applicants must have current FBI, PA Criminal, and Child Abuse background checks. For more information regarding required clearances click here. Spanish fluency is preferred but not required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Tuition Reimbursement is available after 6 months of employment Paid time off Be connected to a larger ecosystem that is committed to creating an opportunity community for the residents of this neighborhood.

FOLLOW US

To learn more about Esperanza Academy, please visit our website at https://www.esperanzaacademycs.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

TO APPLY

Interested applicants should email their resumes to . In the subject line of your email, include the role you are applying for to support the talent team in the screening process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Esperanza Academy values diversity and seeks to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including but not limited to BIPOC educators, multilingual educators, and individuals committed to educational equity. Esperanza Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Esperanza Academy are based on doing what is best for kids, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.