Bus Aide

Bus Aide JobID: 3122 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Aide Date Posted: 7/16/2026 Location: North DeSoto Lower Elementary Additional Information: Show/Hide TITLE: Bus Aide QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent Be able-bodied, have sound health and possess an understanding of handicapped children and their limitations. Additional criteria as the Board may establish REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor SUPERVISES: None JOB GOAL: To assure the safety in transporting students to and from school, and school related activities. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists the bus operator in getting children on and off the bus. Takes care of children while the bus is underway. Participates in in-service training for Special Education bus operators and aides. Notifies the principal and bus operator when he/she is unable to ride the bus. Provides for the needs of individual students. Reports job-related injuries within 48 hours of work accident to the immediate supervisor. "Job-related injuries" include, but are not limited to, any accident or illness which involves loss of consciousness, restriction of work or motion, or medical treatment. Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the proper authority. PROFESSIONAL ETHICS: Collaborates and communicates effectively and respectfully with colleagues and the community to promote growth and to accomplish the district's mission. Maintains regular attendance and punctuality and notifies appropriate personnel of absences and late arrivals in a prompt manner, as per district procedures. Complies with all district rules and policies. Ensures proper care of supplies, electronics/computers and other equipment. Maintains his/her assigned area and its environment in a manner conducive to a professional working environment. Participates in activities to improve professional competence, including those activities required by the board. Oversees the maintenance of current records and reports as assigned. Projects a well-groomed, professional appearance. Accepts and implements assistance and resources designed to improve or enhance performance. Contributes to achieving the district's mission. Is courteous to faculty, staff and the public. Recognizes and respects the rights and property of other employees and the public. Exhibits professional and ethical conduct. Exercises proper judgment and refrains from conduct which reduces or causes a loss of his/her effectiveness in the profession. Adheres to all deadlines set by board policy. Exhibits positive personal behavior and avoids improprieties or the appearance of improprieties. Maintains confidentiality of all matters related to student and employee matters. Reports job-related injuries within 48 hours of a work accident to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to the DeSoto Parish School Board's Sexual Harassment Policy to be found at File: GAEAA. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine Months EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated at least once annually in accordance with Board policy. FLSA: NonExempt Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 7/16/2026