Bus Monitor

Newport Independent Schools; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Independent Schools is seeking a School Bus Aide to assist the driver with discipline and safety on the bus. The role includes maintaining records, aiding loading/unloading and seating arrangements, and coordinating with school staff and parents to support student safety.

Responsibilities include helping students including pre-kindergarten in accordance with state guidelines, and staying current on Emergency Evacuation procedures. Training and in-service sessions are part of the position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe practices concerning school bus transportation.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Applicable sections of laws and regulations.
• Health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist bus driver in maintaining discipline on the school bus.
• Consult with the driver on documentation of student information and route surveys.
• Help ensure seat belts, harnesses and wheelchair clamps are secured as required.
• Assist parents and staff with safe loading and unloading of students, including seating for pre-kindergarten per guidelines.
• Communicate with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents about student background and behavior.
• Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
• Assist handicapped children on and off the bus and escort them safely home.
• Attend in-service meetings and training courses as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety practices

Record-keeping

Health regulations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Basic Function

Assist school bus driver in maintaining discipline while bus is in operation; maintain proper records and documentation; assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required.

Representative Duties

• Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on school bus; monitor and assist students while bus is in operation.
• Consult with and assist bus driver in documentation of student information, record-keeping and completing route surveys.
• Assist driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses and wheel chair clamps are secured as required.
• Assist parents and school personnel with safe loading and unloading of students; coordinate seating of pre-kindergarten students as required by State Transportation Guidelines.
• Communicate with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student background, medical problems and behavior as appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
• Assist handicapped children on and off the bus and escort children across street upon return home; lift children as required; assure responsible adult meets students leaving the bus.
• Attend in-service meetings and training courses as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Safe practices concerning school bus transportation.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Applicable sections of the KAR and other applicable laws.
• Health and safety regulations.

Ability To

• Maintain proper records and documentation.
• Assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required.
• Understand and relate to children with special needs.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Lift students according to established guidelines.
• Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
• Maintain routine records.
• Observe health and safety regulations.

Education And Experience

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D, preferred