Bus Monitor

Position: Bus Monitor

Purpose of Position:

To provide safe and efficient transportation in order to assist students in achieving educational success.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Physically capable of performing prescribed duties

Physical requirements:

Good health and high energy level

Ability to lift objects weighing 20 lbs. or more

Ability to climb & descend steps

Extensive sitting & bending

Ability to tolerate a stressful environment

Ability to lift objects above shoulder level

Good vision and hearing Skills, knowledge and abilities:

Ability to read warning labels and safety documents

Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instructions

Ability to communicate by giving comprehendible oral instructions

Ability to perform basic numerical calculations

Ability to perform routine tasks without close supervision

Plan, schedule and organize work

Ensure the quality of work as measured against established standards

Ability to administer first aide and CPR Essential Job Functions (The duties listed below are not intended to depict all tasks required by this position. Duties may also be divided among staff as directed by the Supervisor)

Comply with School Board Policy

Be alert to safety conditions; anything found unsafe should be reported to the bus driver and rendered safe as soon as possible

Communicate and confer frequently with the bus driver

Aide and assist the school bus driver in the enforcement of school district rules

Maintain student discipline; report discipline problems using district approved procedures and citations

Assist student on and off the bus as needed

Comply with relevant laws and procedures for the storage, use and disposal of chemicals, trash, rubbish, waste and blood borne contaminated items

Interact positively with students, parents, teachers, etc

Be of good moral character, displaying a positive attitude

Respect the privacy of confidential matters relative to students, patrons and personnel

Use good judgment at all times

Comply with all items contained in the district's Hazard Communication Program

Attend quarterly safety meetings as scheduled by the district safety coordinator Other Job Functions:

Perform other duties that may be necessary to achieve job purpose, or that may be assigned

Attend approved professional development activities that may improve professional competence or enhance the job purpose.