Bus Monitor

Williamstown School Transportation; Williamstown (KY); On-site; USD 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamstown School Transportation in Williamstown, Kentucky seeks a Bus Monitor for the 2026-2027 school year. This 4-hours-per-day role supports the bus driver, monitors student behavior, and assists with loading, unloading and seating as required.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and is able to follow safety procedures, complete basic record-keeping, and communicate with teachers, parents and aides.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow safety procedures on a school bus.
• Experience with school transportation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on school bus; monitor and assist students while bus is in operation.
• Document student information, record-keeping and completing route surveys with the driver.
• Assist driver in securing seat belts, harnesses and wheelchair clamps as required.
• Assist with loading/unloading and seating arrangements for students, including pre-kindergarten per guidelines.
• Communicate with teachers, aides, principals and parents as appropriate regarding student needs and behavior.
• Maintain knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures and safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience with children

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bus Monitor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5909404

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Busmonitor for the 2026-2027 school year.

4hours/day

Williamstown Independent Schools

Job Description-Bus Monitor

TITLE : BUS MONITOR

QUALIFICATIONS : High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate

JOB GOAL : 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.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• 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..
• Operate equipment, including wheelchairs, tie-downs, seat belts, harnesses, mechanical lift and other adaptive equipment as necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Scotti Sayers , Transportation Manager
• Williamstown Junior High School
• Email: [e-mail]