Bus Monitor

Carroll County Schools; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll County Schools in Carrollton, Georgia is seeking a Bus Monitor to supervise students and assist the bus driver during daily transportation and school events.

The role requires strong safety awareness, ability to follow instructions, and effective communication with families and school staff. A high school diploma is required, with a state transport role physical test.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must pass the state physical.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students on the bus and assist the driver.
• Ensure students are seated and secure for transit and reach designated locations.
• Provide accommodations for students with special needs.
• Communicate with parents and school officials as needed.
• Assist with loading/unloading and with lifts for disabled students.
• Report any bus/ student issues to transportation staff.

Skills

Good communication skills

Follow written and oral instructions

Prompt and regular attendance

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Two-way radio

Lift operation

Job description

Bus Monitor

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This job is also posted in Georgia Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5982609

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 04, 2026 7:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

REPORTS TO: School Bus Driver / Cluster Route Supervisor / Special Needs Route Supervisor

JOB OBJECTIVES: (Purpose of the position): Supervise students on the school bus and assist the driver in successfully transporting students to and from school and other related events

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Functions essential for attaining job objectives):

• Assist the school bus driver as he or she safely transports students to and from school in order to support student learning


• Supervise students and ensure that the students are seated and secure for transit as well as getting safely to the assigned, designated, or approved location


• Support school personnel by providing appropriate accommodations for special needs students


• Communicate as needed with parents and school officials


• Observe all safety regulations for school buses 2. Maintain proper student discipline and assist students with disabilities with proper care as related to their physical disability and/or IEP (Individualized Education Plan)


• Ability to assist special needs students in emergency situations, and make necessary reports to emergency/medical staff when necessary


• Assist with the loading and unloading of students at authorized bus stops


• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds to help seat, load, and unload students


• Assist the School Bus Driver in keeping the exterior and interior of the bus clean


• Know, and abide by, all board of education policies concerning school transportation (available in Carroll County Schools Transportation Department Driver Handbook)


• Notify the Transportation Department of absence(s), obtain a substitute bus driver, and report who will be driving to the assigned route supervisor


• Safely load and unload students with specific needs such as wheelchair, seat harnesses, oxygen, etc


• Report any mechanical or physical problems of the bus and/or students to the appropriate transportation personnel 1. Attend all mandated safety and training meetings


• Be available for parent conferences on an as needed basis


• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Coordinator of Transportation, Cluster Route Supervisor, Special Needs Route Supervisor, and/or School Bus Driver

Other Expectations

• Adhere to the Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia


• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance/timelines


• Complete assignments and requirements on time and in compliance with directions


• Maintain confidentiality of information and records for students.


• Communicate effectively with transportation personnel/supervisors, students, administration, and parents


• Exhibit pleasant behavior and project a positive image when dealing with transportation personnel/supervisors, students, peers, administration, and parents


• Follow and enforce regulations concerning student conduct and discipline Carroll County Schools Job Description

Job Standards

• Possess a High School Diploma


• Ability to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately


• Good communication skills 4. Must pass the state physical


• Ability to operate lifts designed for the loading and unloading of special needs students


• Ability to use two-way radio for communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with children 2. Hold valid CDL


• Ability to use a variety of health/medical devices to assist students with disabilities

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Sabrina Collins


• 164 Independence Dr


• Carrollton, Georgia 30116-7506


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]