8.2026 - Classified - Transportation Para

Job Title

Job Description

Qualifications

Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalency preferred.

Must possess a valid Nebraska driver's license and have a good driving record.

Must be of good moral character.

Essential Job Functions

Assists the driver by monitoring student behavior and upholding rules.

Exercises sound judgment and maintains good public relations with parents, students, and staff.

Arrives at bus barn 15 minutes before scheduled departure time.

Learns the route and is able to assist substitute drivers with directions and any other pertinent information about the students and/or the route.

Monitors safety supplies in and on all special education vehicles including Emergency Response Checklist and First Aid.

Assist with loading and unloading of passengers.

Greets students and parents with courtesy and politeness.

Dresses appropriately for the job.

Works in partnership with the driver.

Physical Requirements

Standing: Constant

Walking: Constant

Sitting: Constant

Bending/Stooping: Constant

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling: Constant

Climbing: Constant

Driving: Constant

Lifting 10 lbs. Max: Constant

Carrying 40 Ft.: Constant

Manual Dexterity Tasks: Sedentary

Other Requirements

Accepts responsibility.

Proficient in written and oral communication.

Works well with children and adults.

Working Conditions

All weather

At Will Employment

Employment with the Kearney Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.

Non-Discrimination Statement

It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.

The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 Melissa Herrmann, Director of Human Resources

Kearney Public Schools

320 West 24th Street

Kearney, NE 68845