School Bus Monitor
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:
Part-time employment
Length of position: 9.5 months
Hours: Mon-Fri; varies between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm (may be required to work a split-shift with morning, midday and afternoon hours as needed)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator, the Bus Monitor supervises and assists students transported in TSD vehicles. He/she assists the driver with ensuring comfortable, safe transportation services, oversees the safety of students while loading, and with riding/unloading the bus. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Minimum of sixth grade education
Minimum of one year demonstrable experience working with children.
Ability to be certified in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Sign Language: At hire, the applicant must have sign language skills equivalent to a Signed Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI) level of ADVANCED. When applying, the applicant must submit documentation that the applicant believes substantiates that the applicant has achieved the proficiency level required at hire.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
Work experience as a school bus monitor or school bus driver
Currently certified in First Aid and/or CPR
Proficient signed communications skills
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists students while loading, riding, and disembarking the vehicle in a safe manner
Assists driver with student management through correct use of communication and discipline
Communicates effectively, as appropriate, with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators and supervisors and public.
Make sure that seat belts, car seats are used correctly and assist students use safety devices when needed.
Operate equipment according to established safety procedures.
Follow emergency procedures including evacuation of students as needed and assist driver to administer first aid, if necessary.
Reports discipline problems using a written referral form
Operates the two-way radio correctly and in accordance with department policy
Assists the driver in maintaining a clean and orderly vehicle with daily cleaning after each route
Attends and successfully completes all required training, safety meetings, and other required events
Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABIILITIES/ATTRIBUTES
Problem solving- the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
Effective communication- the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues. Students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public.
Panning/organizing- the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans
Quality control- the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
Dependability- the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
Safety and security- the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
Interpersonal skills- the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.