Bus Duty AM/PM

Thompson Middle School; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 5,100 - 6,100; Full time

Job summary

Newport Public School District Thompson Middle School in Newport, Rhode Island, is seeking three staff members for AM/PM Bus Duty Stipend positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Duties include supervising bus drop-off and pickup, ensuring student safety, and maintaining communication with drivers, monitors, and families.

These roles report to the TMS Principal and are funded as an AM/PM stipend of $500 per position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the drop off (AM) and pick up (PM) of all students who ride buses to and from school.
• Monitor safe entry and exit of all student passengers and communicate with the bus driver and bus monitor as needed.
• Communicate with the bus company and parents/guardians in cases of student behavior at bus stops or on rides.
• Coordinate with building administration as needed.

Job description

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Bus Duty AM/PM

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Job Details

Job ID: 5882959

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

POSITION: AM/PM Bus Duty Stipend (3 positions)

LOCATION: TMS

REPORTS TO: TMS Principal and/or designee

SCHOOL YEAR: 2026-2027

JOB DESCRIPTION: Staff member oversees the drop off (AM) and pick up (PM) of all students who ride buses to and from school. Staff members monitor safe entry and exit of all student passengers and communicate effectively with the bus driver and bus monitor as needed. Staff members may be asked to communicate with the bus company and parents/guardians in instances of student behavior involving bus stops or bus rides. Staff members communicate effectively with the building administration as needed.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

AM/PM Bus Duty Stipend (3 positions) $ 500.00 per

Providing Students Opportunities and Access to the World Through Quality Education

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Newport School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Central Office
• Newport, Rhode Island 02840
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]