Part-Time School Bus Safety & Student Support

Darlington County School District; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Darlington County School District is seeking a Part Time Bus Monitor for the 2026-2027 school year. You will assist the bus driver with boarding, exiting, and maintaining student safety on routes.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a satisfactory SLED background check, and passing drug screening and TB test. You will help enforce safety protocols and support students, including those with special needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory SLED background check.
• Clear drug screening and TB test.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

• Reports to the bus driver while on the bus.
• Ensures passengers observe all safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintains discipline on the bus.
• Assists driver in keeping the bus clean.
• Maintains attentiveness to surroundings and student behavior at all times.
• Provides appropriate assistance to special needs students as required.
• Engages students in educational or group participation activities during the ride.
• Maintains communication with parents as needed.
• Coordinates special needs of each child with parents, driver, and teachers.
• Enforces regulations against tobacco usage and eating on the bus.
• Assists substitute drivers in properly running the route.
• Does not touch students unless assisting with their care.
• Sits behind the last child or in the middle of a loaded bus.
• Maintains polite and professional demeanor in all situations.
• Attends all safety meetings.
• Remains awake and alert at all times.
• Complies with discipline policies set by the district.
• Participates in on-site training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Policy awareness

Vision requirements

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Darlington County School District is seeking a Part Time Bus Monitor for the 2026-2027 school year. You will assist the bus driver with boarding, exiting, and maintaining student safety on routes.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a satisfactory SLED background check, and passing drug screening and TB test. You will help enforce safety protocols and support students, including those with special needs.