Bus Aide - Special Education 2026-2027  

QUALIFICATIONS:    

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous work with students, preferred
• Must be able to pass background check upon hire
• Must be able to speak, read and understand English
• Must have ability to relate well with children and other district staff and community members
• Strong communication skills with employees (school and district), parents, and students - able to generate positive relations and morale
• Ability to multi-task
• Self-directed, displays problem solving abilities
• Ability to use and have working knowledge of computers
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds at a distance up to 100 feet

Salary/Benefits:

• $18.00-$21.30 per hour based the 2025-2026 Classified Pay Schedule. Placement based on previous experience.
• Apporximately 4 hours per day as assinged by the Transportation Coordinator and Director of Special Education
• Monday - Friday
• Approximately 170 work days per school year. Summers and school breaks off (unpaid), actual number of days prorated based on hire date
• Medical, dental, and vision insurnace available
• Employee life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Automatically enrolled into the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
• Benefits as per district policy

Please see the attached job description for more information.

Weld County School District No. Re-3J is a regular school district located in Weld County with 8 schools, 176 teachers and 2,833 students. Total Revenue is $43,039,000 and is trending up. Weld County School District No. Re-3J spends $11,989 per student per year on instruction.