Bus Monitor

Regional Office Of Education #9 Champaign - Ford Counties; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts in Illinois is seeking a part-time Transportation/Bus Monitor to supervise students and support safe loading, unloading, and transportation. The role runs about 25 hours per week with potential to pick up additional shifts.

A high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to handle emergencies are required. Starting wage is $15.71 per hour with benefits eligibility for employees over 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; further education in a related field is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively with students of all ages.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet all district and state requirements for school transportation personnel, including background checks and a Bus Monitor Physical.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students while riding the school bus and maintain appropriate behavior.
• Assist students as they board and exit the bus safely.
• Help secure wheelchairs, safety vests, and other student safety equipment as needed.
• Provide assistance to students with disabilities or special needs in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate concerns regarding student behavior or safety to the bus driver and Transportation Director.
• Assist with emergency evacuation procedures when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts

ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts

• Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Monitor

Description: Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is seeking dependable and student-centered School Bus Monitors to help provide a safe and positive transportation experience for students. The Bus Monitor assists the bus driver by supervising student behavior, ensuring student safety during loading, unloading, and transportation, and supporting students with special needs as required. Route times are 6:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., with an as needed mid-day Pre-K route that runs from 10:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. The Bus Monitor position typically works 25 hours per week with opportunities to pick up additional hours if desired.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise students while riding the school bus and maintain appropriate behavior.
• Assist students as they board and exit the bus safely.
• Help secure wheelchairs, safety vests, and other student safety equipment as needed.
• Provide assistance to students with disabilities or special needs in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate concerns regarding student behavior or safety to the bus driver and Transportation Director.
• Assist with emergency evacuation procedures when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, further education in a related field is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively with students of all ages.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to meet all district and state requirements for school transportation personnel, including passing all required background checks and a Bus Monitor Physical.

Salary: The starting rate for the 2026-2027 school year is $15.71 per hour with IMRF (this is subject to change based on our new negotiated collective bargaining agreement). Appendix X of the existing MSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement is attached (our existing 4-year collective bargaining agreement expired at the end of the 2025-2026 school year and we will be negotiating a new agreement that will begin with the 2026-2027 school year). Full-time employees working over 30 hours per week, will also be eligible for insurance benefits (summary of 2026 Employee Benefits is also attached).
For More Information Contact:
Mark Varner, Director of Transportation
Mahomet-SeymourTransportation Department
302 N. Division
Mahomet, IL 61853
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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