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Bus Driver/Bus Attendant
To apply to be a bus driver, you will need:
- Driver’s License
- MVR – Lifetime Driving Record
You will also be asked to take and pass the CDL test, but we will train and help you.
To apply to be a bus attendant, you will need:
- Valid driver’s license or Florida ID
- Residency Status Form and Documentation
- Diploma/Transcripts/GED Waiver
For questions, please call recruiting (863) 534-7298
Bus Driver/Bus Attendant
To apply to be a bus driver, you will need:
- Driver’s License
- MVR – Lifetime Driving Record
You will also be asked to take and pass the CDL test, but we will train and help you.
To apply to be a bus attendant, you will need:
- Valid driver’s license or Florida ID
- Residency Status Form and Documentation
- Diploma/Transcripts/GED Waiver
For questions, please call recruiting (863) 534-7298
Custodial
For Custodial Jobs : Custodial positions listed on the “Non-Instructional Positions Currently Available” page are “permanent” positions and may be filled by individuals who are already employees of Polk County Public Schools. Anyone who is not an employee of the school district may apply for a substitute position and, once hired and trained, may bid on permanent positions.
To become a substitute, simply complete the application. Once completed, you will receive a confirmation email stating your application has been received. Once you have received confirmation, you may then contact Custodial Services at 863-534-0721.
Custodial
For Custodial Jobs : Custodial positions listed on the “Non-Instructional Positions Currently Available” page are “permanent” positions and may be filled by individuals who are already employees of Polk County Public Schools. Anyone who is not an employee of the school district may apply for a substitute position and, once hired and trained, may bid on permanent positions. To become a substitute, simply complete the application. Once completed, you will receive a confirmation email stating your application has been received. Once you have received confirmation, you may then contact Custodial Services at 863-534-0721.
Custodial
For Custodial Jobs : Custodial positions listed on the “Non-Instructional Positions Currently Available” page are “permanent” positions and may be filled by individuals who are already employees of Polk County Public Schools. Anyone who is not an employee of the school district may apply for a substitute position and, once hired and trained, may bid on permanent positions.
To become a substitute, simply complete the application. Once completed, you will receive a confirmation email stating your application has been received. Once you have received confirmation, you may then contact Custodial Services at 863-534-0721.
School Nutrition
- Proof of 10th grade education (mandatory, no exceptions)
- Florida driver’s license or Florida ID card
- Social Security card (do not fax or e-mail)
- E-mail: schoolnutritionjobs@polk-fl.net
- Fax: 863-647-4067
- Please call 863-647-4804, ext. 1
School Nutrition
- Proof of 10th grade education (mandatory, no exceptions)
- Florida driver’s license or Florida ID card
- Social Security card (do not fax or e-mail)
- E-mail: E-mail: schoolnutritionjobs@polk-fl.net
- Fax: 863-647-4067
- Please call 863-647-4804, ext. 1
Paraprofessional
Paraprofessional; College Credits — An AA degree from a regionally accredited institution (or 60 semester hours)
- Submit official transcript(s). Electronic transcripts must come directly from the college or a transcript clearinghouse.
- Submit an official advanced degree transcript to the Office of Certification/NCLB Compliance, ATTN: Certification Office (Advanced Degree Supplement Review) via email; postal mail, PO Box 391, Bartow, FL 33831; or personal delivery, 1907 S. Floral Ave., Bartow, FL 33830.
- ParaPro Assessment — A passing score of 464 on the ParaPro Assessment Test
- Submit the original or notarized copy of the ETS Score Report documenting a passing score of 464 via email or call 863-534-0781.
Paraprofessional
Paraprofessional; College Credits — An AA degree from a regionally accredited institution (or 60 semester hours)
- Submit official transcript(s). Electronic transcripts must come directly from the college or a transcript clearinghouse.
- Submit an official advanced degree transcript to the Office of Certification/NCLB Compliance, ATTN: Certification Office (Advanced Degree Supplement Review) via email; postal mail, PO Box 391, Bartow, FL 33831; or personal delivery, 1907 S. Floral Ave., Bartow, FL 33830.
- ParaPro Assessment — A passing score of 464 on the ParaPro Assessment Test
- Submit the original or notarized copy of the ETS Score Report documenting a passing score of 464 via email or call 863-534-0781.
School and District Administration
For Principal and Assistant Principal Positions Only:
- Unless employed by Polk County Schools in an administrative position comparable to the one for which the application is being made, all applicants for Principal and Assistant Principal positions must be a member of the appropriate Applicant Pool to be considered an eligible candidate.
- Non-district employee applicants for positions of Principal and Assistant Principal must submit a related Non-Employee Principal/Assistant Principal Pool Application [as noted on that form] concurrently with submission of the Administrative Open Position Application Form or already have gained district pool membership.
- Administrative Pool membership is NOT required for applicants for District-Level Administrative positions.
- Employees with Polk County Public Schools interested in administrative positions may contact the Professional Development Office (863) 647-4270 for information.
School and District Administration
For Principal and Assistant Principal Positions Only:
- Unless employed by Polk County Schools in an administrative position comparable to the one for which the application is being made, all applicants for Principal and Assistant Principal positions must be a member of the appropriate Applicant Pool to be considered an eligible candidate.
- Non-district employee applicants for positions of Principal and Assistant Principal must submit a related Non-Employee Principal/Assistant Principal Pool Application [as noted on that form] concurrently with submission of the Administrative Open Position Application Form or already have gained district pool membership.
- Administrative Pool membership is NOT required for applicants for District-Level Administrative positions.
- Employees with Polk County Public Schools interested in administrative positions may contact the Professional Development Office (863) 647-4270 for information.
