Bus Monitor On-Call

Liberty-Public-Schools-; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty Public Schools is seeking a Bus Monitor On-Call to support transportation services in Liberty, Missouri. The role focuses on assisting special education students during transport and ensuring vehicle safety and sanitation.

The position is on-call/temporary with duties including loading/unloading, securing equipment, and maintaining a safe environment on buses. Requires a high school diploma and background checks; CPR/First Aid is preferred or obtainable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Related job experiences desired (paraprofessional, CNA, Direct Support Professional).
• CPR/First Aid Certificate/AED preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Must pass pre-employment background check; DOT physical exam, drug test, and criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assists special education students and other passengers by providing safe loading and unloading from buses during normal transport and emergency situations.
• Secures students and/or their equipment (e.g. restraints, wheel chair tie downs, seat belts, etc.).
• Assists bus driver to ensure a clean, safe environment for student passengers (e.g. sweeping, mopping, washing windows, disposing of trash, etc.).
• Enforces rules/regulations and maintains student safety and well-being.
• Interacts with teachers and parents by effectively communicating with students and dealing with behavioral issues that impact safe transportation.
• Monitors students with special needs until released to teacher, instructional assistant, parent, etc.
• Documents student activities, conveys information, and/or complies with established guidelines.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Behavior management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED

Job description

Bus Monitor On-Call

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Job Details

Job ID: 5919637
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

On-Call / Temporary

Transportation Monitor (School Bus Monitor)

Liberty Public Schools is one of Missouri’s top-rated school districts, and not only are we seeking educational staff, we are growing our Operations team. We offer an exceptional benefits package and great work/life balance. Join our district and be a part of something great!

The Bus Monitor provides support within the student transportation services area with specific responsibilities for assisting special education students during transport to and from school and/or special activities; and ensuring the safety and sanitation of assigned vehicles.

Job Duties

• Assists special education students and other passengers by providing safe loading and unloading from buses during normal transport and emergency situations.


• Secures students and/or their equipment (e.g. restraints, wheel chair tie downs, seat belts, etc.)


• Assists bus driver to ensure a clean, safe environment for student passengers (e.g. sweeping, mopping, washing windows, disposing of trash, etc.)


• Enforces rules/regulations and maintains student safety and well-being.


• Interacts with teachers and parents by effectively communicating with students and dealing with behavioral issues that impact safe transportation.


• Monitors students with special needs until released to teacher, instructional assistant, parent, etc.


• Documents student activities, conveys information, and/or complies with established guidelines. (e.g. incident reports, passenger misconduct, etc.)

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required


• Related job experiences desired (paraprofessional, CNA, Direct Support Professional, etc)


• CPR/First Aid Certificate/AED preferred, or willingness to obtain


• Must pass a pre-employment background check; DOT physical exam, drug test, and criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance.

Pay

$15.83 - $19.87 per hour (based on relevant work experience)

Liberty Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace.

Applicants for Liberty Public Schools must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Position Type: Temporary

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation