Bus Monitor: 2026-2027

Franklin County Schools; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin County Schools in Frankfort, KY is seeking a Bus Monitor for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports the bus driver in maintaining discipline, safety and orderly loading/unloading of students on their routes.

This is a full-time hourly position with opportunities to contribute to student well-being and transportation safety. The ideal candidate will understand health and safety guidelines and have strong communication skills to coordinate with staff and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Ability to assist student loading/unloading and seating as required by state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist school bus driver in maintaining discipline on the bus.
• Monitor and assist students during operation and loading/unloading.
• Maintain seating arrangements and proper records.
• Assist with seat belts, harnesses and wheelchair clamps as required.
• Communicate with teachers, aides and parents regarding student needs and safety.

Skills

Record-keeping

Communication

Health & safety

Discipline

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description

Franklin County Schools

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

[phone]

Bus Monitor: 2026-2027

Job ID: 5685266

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Nov 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15 to $19.56 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

JOB TITLE

Bus Monitor

REPORTS TO

Director of Transportation

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Classified Salary Schedule

Grade 121

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

182 X 4.5

EXEMPT STATUS

Non Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

7942

7943

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Classified

DATE APPROVED

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.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the bus driver in maintaining discipline on school bus; monitors and assists students while bus is in operation; maintains proper seating arrangements.

Consults with and assists bus driver in documentation of student information, record-keeping and completing route surveys.

Assists driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses and wheel chair clamps are secured as required.

Assists parents and school personnel with safe loading and unloading of students; coordinates seating of pre-kindergarten students as required by State Transportation Guidelines.

Communicates with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student background, medical problems and behavior as appropriate.

Maintains current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures; assists driver in emergency situations.

Operates lift system, assists handicapped children on and off the bus and escorts children across street upon return home; lifts children as required; assures responsible adult meets students leaving the bus.

Attends in-service meetings and training courses as assigned.

Performs 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 routine records.
• Observe health and safety regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, GED certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brad McKinney , Director of Transportation and Maintenance
• Transportation Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]