Job Description Position Type:

Transportation/Bus Helper Date Posted:

8/28/2026

Location:

Transportation Closing Date:

11/13/2026 School Bus Helper Transportation Department Minimum of 25 hours/38 weeks | Monday -

Friday Starting Wage:

$17.93/hr + Benefits Duluth Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates for School Bus Helper position. Assists physically and mentally disabled children on and off buses. Attends to their specific needs, such as secures children for purposes of safety. Maintains a safe and controlled environment during the ride to and from school, as well as for field trips. Communicates any problems to the bus driver, teachers, and other appropriate staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED certificate; or an equivalent combination of education or training necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the work.

Additional Information:

First Aid and CPR Certification preferred but will provide. In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours/week or more. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: Medical/Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement Single Coverage District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annually Family Coverage District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225.00 into HRA annually Dental Plan Single Coverage District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE) Family Coverage District pays 25% of Premium Life Insurance District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance Long Term Disability District-provided at no cost to employee Flexible Spending Accounts Employees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts Retirement The District contributes 7.5% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association) pension plan. Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options. Time Off Each bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 218-336-8722 or email noncerthr@isd709.org Attachment(s): Bus Helper 2025.pdf