Bus Aide

Bus Aide Laurel Public Schools Transportation Building - Laurel, Montana This job is also posted in Laurel Public Schools Job Details Job ID: 5576634 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Mar 12, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description The Laurel School District is seeking qualified applicants for part time (0.5 FTE) Bus Aide, for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a Level III position, 4 hour split shift, with a current starting wage of $16.75 per hour. Under general supervision, assists in providing safe and secure transportation service for students by assisting School Bus Drivers in monitoring behavior and conduct. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Must maintain a skill in student conduct and behavior. Must maintain a skill in de-escalation techniques and practices. Must maintain a skill in recognizing potentially dangerous situations on the bus. Must maintain a skill in working without close supervision in standard work situations. Must maintain a skill in reacting quickly to situations that could create personal stress and safety problems. Assist in monitoring students while on school bus for proper school bus safety behavior and conduct. Enforces District policies and rules of conduct. Works to de-escalate and resolve issues as they arise. Works in tandem with school bus drivers to ensure students are transported safely and securely to and from school. Participate in reporting behavior issues and other concerns to supervisor as needed. Assists in completing all required written reports on a daily basis. Provides customer service to parents and guardians, answers questions, and explains District rules. Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and LPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. Enthusiastically promotes the District’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures. Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and LPS information. At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position. Assists in maintaining a clean, neat, orderly, and attractive bus environment. Familiarity with materials and equipment used within the scope of assigned responsibilities. Attends relevant meetings and trainings as assigned. Assists with fostering independence, socialization, and self-esteem for all students. Note: Some sentences are summarized as "Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as assigned." MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma/GED; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources. Knowledge of general concepts of child growth, development, and behavior characteristics. Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment. Assume responsibility for assisting in supervision of students. Basic record keeping and records management. Safety rules and regulations. Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm, positive, and receptive attitude toward all children. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students, parents, and general public. Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively manage time and responsibilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

To apply for this position, please go to click on the Employment button. For questions, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applicants must have a complete application before they will be considered for the position. Applications must be completed before the job closing deadline. A complete application consists of the completed application including all questions answered, job history, at least two references (one reference must be from a supervisor). References from friends or family are not sufficient. Resume, cover letter, and a copy of unofficial transcript(s), are acceptable and required for teaching and professional positions. Verification of military service is required if applying for veteran’s preference. All applicants offered a position are subject to a background check and approval from the Board of Trustees. If you are an internal candidate (current employee) you would only be required to complete the internal application and any required documentation that you do not have on file. Date Notice Posted: Internal 3/9/2026 External 3/12/2026 The purpose of this Notice of Job Listing is to advertise a job vacancy. It does not in any way represent an employment contract. LAUREL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 7 & 7-70 IS AN E.E.O. EMPLOYER Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $16.75 Per Hour Job Categories: Transportation Support Staff > Transportation Job Requirements High School/Trade School degree preferred. Contact Information Peggy Pollock, Director of Human Resources Administration Building Laurel, Montana 59044 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Note: The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately presenting who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education