Job Description

Midland Public Schools has multiple openings for Bus Substitute Paraprofessional support. Bus Substitute Paraprofessionals are contacted on an as-needed basis to cover absences reported by regular hour bus paraprofessionals.

 

The role of the bus substitute paraprofessional is to:

• Assist the bus driver with daily tasks
• Help students on and off the bus
• Assist with seat belts and booster seats
• Support with safety vests and wheelchairs using the lift (loading and unloading)
• Secure wheelchairs safely
• Attend to students' needs for a safe and comfortable ride
• Assist substitute drivers with route directions and student stops
• Help the driver with student attendance
• Contribute to keeping the bus clean

 

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Able to sit, stand, bend, lift and walk frequently or a combination of the listed
• As assignments may vary for job responsibilities, applicants must be able to assist students with physical needs that may be required.

Application Procedure

 

(Internal candidates: Please feel free to complete the shorter internal application if you have access to a networked school computer, otherwise, the detailed application will be necessary.)

 

When applying for a position with the Midland Public Schools, interested candidates must complete an application in order to be considered an official applicant.

 

To complete the application process, you will need to complete the online application at www.midlandps.org. Your application will be retained in active status for one school year. If your qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.  Please do not send paper documents! When completing your application, you will submit your documents electronically. If you cannot upload your documents, be prepared to provide this information should you be called for an interview. Note: You assure that we have a complete record of your candidacy if you upload all materials yourself.

 

Thank you for your interest in the Midland Public Schools.