2026-2027 Bus Monitor

Illinois Education Job Bank; Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (100%)

Dental and vision coverage

Family coverage available

Life insurance at no cost

Paid training

Great benefits

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a part-time bus monitor to support safe and efficient transportation for students with special education needs. You will assist the driver with loading and unloading, ensure proper securement of wheelchairs and restraints, and supervise students on the route including behavior management.

You will also help passengers who become ill, use a two-way radio to stay connected, and follow IEP transportation plans and emergency instructions.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs to assist with bus evacuation.
• Pass physical exam, TB test and drug test after interview.
• Fingerprinting and background checks with FBI clearance.
• Minimum of two positive professional recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safe and efficient transportation for students with special needs.
• Assist driver with loading/unloading passengers.
• Ensure proper wheelchair, safety vest, seat belt and restraint securement.
• Supervise students on route and manage passenger behavior.
• Assist passengers who become ill on the vehicle.
• Communicate via two-way radio when the driver is unavailable.
• Be familiar with IEP Transportation Plan, lift instructions and emergency information.

Skills

Able to lift 50 lbs

Good communication

Two-way radio communication

Job description

Assist with the safe and efficient transportation services to students with special education needs. Assist driver in loading and unloading passengers. Ensure proper securement of wheelchairs, safety vests, seat belts and all other safety restraint systems. Responsible for the supervision of students assigned to route including passenger behavior management. Assist passengers who become ill on the vehicle. Must be physically capable to load and unload passengers. Should know how to communicate by two-way radio should the driver not be able to. Demonstrate a commitment to know about your students, what their needs are, and assist locating and implementing important information such as:

• The IEP (Transportation Plan)
• Instructions for lift
• Emergency information, including evacuation plan, special medical information and any DNR orders
• Seating chart

Required to exercise universal precautions. Maintain a high level of professionalism. Maintain a high level of confidentiality. Communication among all team members is essential.

Qualifications

At least 18 years of age or older. Possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to lift 50 lbs to assist with bus evacuation. After the pre-employment interview, a new applicant must (1) pass a physical examination, including a tuberculosis test and drug testing. (2) be fingerprinted, as prescribed by the Secretary of State, and clear an Illinois specific background check, with prints forwarded to the FBI for a national background check. (3) minimum of two (positive) recommendations from professional references.

Morning and afternoon hours / hourly pay, follow the school calendar(s) of route(s) to which assigned, paid training and great benefits. Monitorsare guaranteed 4hours of pay per day.

Salary/Benefits

Hourly pay will be assigned based upon experience. Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour

• Medical benefits for the monitor are paid at 100%.
• Medical benefits include dental and vision coverage.
• Family coverage is available for a cost.
• Life insurance is provided at no cost to the monitor.