Bus Monitor

Job Information: Division: Transportation Terms of Employment: Position works 180 Days Salary Scale: Classified Original Adoption Date: Revised Date: January 14, 2019 FLSA: Non-Exempt Location: Transportation Retirement: PSERS REPORTS TO: Transportation Operations Manager and Transportation Supervisor JOB GOAL: To assist the bus driver in providing safe transportation for all students on the school bus.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma, or equivalent, preferred. Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions quickly and accurately. Demonstrated ability to work with students who have special needs and identify by classification. Basic knowledge of student behavior management; good communication skills. Training in safety for students in a transportation setting. Knowledge of emergency procedures, which includes, but is not limited to, medical and conduct emergencies, bus accidents, and evacuation.

Physical demands: must be able to sit the majority of the day; stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl occasionally; must be able to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Attendance and punctuality are crucial.

JOB DUTIES: Is present at work every day and arrives at assigned time. Demonstrates an attitude and demeanor that contributes to an atmosphere of harmony and goodwill in the workplace. Interacts in a professional manner with students, staff, and school/district leaders. Assists the driver in loading and unloading students, and securing all students in the prescribed seating positions. Performs a pre-trip, and post-trip, inspection of the bus interior, checking all equipment. Stays familiar with student names, stops, stop times, and medical information and needs. Maintains daily log of student behavior. Monitors and maintains appropriate student behavior. Assists substitute driver with route and procedures. Appropriately operates all equipment, restraint systems, and assistive devices in the prescribed manner. Attends approved training sessions, staff development activities, and required meetings. Practices proper techniques and universal precautions for cleaning up body fluids. Complies with all requirements for mandatory reporting of child abuse, illegal harassment, or any criminal activity for which the employee becomes aware. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor