Make a difference in the life of a student by helping them get safely to and from school. The Transportation Department is seeking caring, consistent, adults to join our team. The Transportation Aide/Para works to provide extra support to students so they can safely get to school via bus or van. The position typically provides for a few hours of work in the early morning and again late afternoon.

During the interview process, we will provide more detailed information regarding the day to day duties of the specific position.

Perks of Working for Maize USD 266

School schedule – paras work when students are in session along with a couple of additional days
Holidays off – enjoy a week at Thanksgiving, two weeks around Christmas, and Spring Break
Paid Leave –12 sick days and 4 personal days a year
Benefits – working more than 25 hours per week makes you eligible for subsidized health benefits along with a variety of other benefits
Retirement - employees working more than 630 hours a year participate in the KPERS retirement plan

Successful Candidates

Pass a background check
Have a current TB test
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Are strong team players
Possess basic computer and math skills
Must enjoy a fast pace environment
Can spend 80% of their day standing and 20% walking – Time is spent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using finger dexterity
Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality