KSB Bus Monitor

Young World Physical Education; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 13,068; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking a KSB Bus Monitor in Paducah, KY to assist the school bus driver with maintaining discipline and ensuring the safety of students while on the bus. This full-time role requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. and the ability to communicate effectively with children and parents. Responsibilities include assisting with seating arrangements, monitoring behavior, and following emergency procedures. Competitive daily salary of $70.83 offered.

Qualifications

• Must maintain proper records and documentations.
• Ability to assist students with loading and unloading.
• Understand emergency procedures related to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on the bus.
• Monitor and assist students while the bus is in operation.
• Communicate with teachers and parents about student behavior.

Skills

Record-keeping

Effective communication

Understanding special needs children

Maintaining discipline

Safe transportation practices

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job ID: 5448339
Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 21, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Location: McCracken Transportation - Paducah, Kentucky. Open in Google Maps

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: KSB BUS MONITOR

ESSENTIAL 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.

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education.
• 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.
• Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70.83 Per Day

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Chris Gossum , Transportation Director
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]