Special Education Assistant Bus Rider - Wide

Position Type: ·   Support Staff/Special Education Assistant · Date Posted: ·   9/30/2025 · Location: ·   District Wide · District: ·   Hutchinson Public Schools ·   Hutchinson Public Schools is seeking Special Education Assistant Bus Riders to join our team for the  school year ...

Job description

• Position Type:
    Support Staff/Special Education Assistant
  
  
• Date Posted:
    9/30/2025
  
  
• Location:
    District Wide
  
  
• District:
    Hutchinson Public Schools
  Hutchinson Public Schools is seeking Special Education Assistant Bus Riders to join our team for the  school year and beyond. 

Special Education Assistant Bus Riders will provide assistance and monitor individual students who are on an Individual Education Plan (IEP) while they are on the school bus making sure school rules are followed to ensure student safety. This position will work days per year based on the school calendar and training. Hours per day would be determined based on bus route(s).  Bus routes are available in the morning, afternoon or both. The salary range for this position is $18.52 per hour - $21.02 per hour. Salary is dependent upon education and experience.

Responsibilities Include:
• Observe students, checking for appropriate and safe behaviors.
• Assist in conflict resolution as well as other needs including: tying shoes, zipping coats, etc.
• Assist the teacher with crisis problems and behavior management.  Observe, record, and chart behaviors.
• Work with other staff and students to create a positive, efficient and safe school environment.
• Maintain confidentiality standards by adhering to the district's data privacy policy.
Required Qualifications (one of the following): 
Candidates interested in the position but who do not meet the required qualifications below are still encouraged to apply, as the district is committed to helping them attain the necessary credentials.
• Associates Degree
• 60 semester college credits
• Passing score on one of the state-approved tests (ParaEducator or ParaPro)
• Competency Grid (can be completed upon hire)
 Benefits: 
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• Additional benefits may be available depending on the number of days and hours worked per year
Please submit your online application at , job #2280. Questions? Contact Karrie Taylor, Director of Special Services, at 

Employment with Hutchinson Public Schools is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check, approval of the school board, and verification of meeting the qualifications above.