School Bus Aide

Sunrise Transportation; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Transportation in Bellwood, IL is seeking a Monitor/Aide to support safe student transport and assist drivers on routes.

You will monitor student welfare, assist with boarding and unloading, communicate with school personnel and parents, attend safety meetings, and help keep the bus clean. Candidates must be 18+, have good verbal communication, attention to detail, and be available for early morning shifts.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Early morning availability.
• Judgement/problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Knows the route and monitors passengers for safety.
• Communicates behavior problems and stop conditions with the driver.
• Assists students in loading and unloading.
• Cooperates with school personnel, students, and parents.
• Attends safety and training meetings.
• Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus.
• Assists in cleaning the inside of the bus.
• Aids the driver to direct the vehicle safely.

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Early mornings

Problem solving

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bellwood, IL 60104

Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly

At Sunrise, our Monitors/Aides are a constant reflection of our company’s commitment to safety and customer service. The Monitor/Aide is responsible for providing operational oversight and assists drivers in safe operation of routes.

Monitor/Aide Responsibilities

• Knows the route and remains alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while in route
• Communicates behavior problems and conditions of various stops with the driver
• Assists students in the loading and unloading process
• Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, students, and parents
• Attends all safety and training meetings when required.
• Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including use of exiting by emergency door
• Assists in cleaning the inside of the bus
• Assists driver when necessary to safely direct the vehicle backwards

Monitor/Aide Required Experience and Skills

• At least 18 years old
• Good verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Early morning availability
• Judgement/problem solving skills

Must Be Able to

• Sit for extended periods of time
• Consistently monitor and view multiple students on the bus at all times, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Observe students for signs of distress, discomfort, or unsafe behavior during transit.
• Lift, push, pull, and carry tools, objects, or equipment above shoulder level without assistance
• Move up and down stairs easily
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping

Passenger Assistance

• Help students board and exit the bus safely, including those using wheelchairs or mobility devices.
• Secure wheelchairs, safety harnesses, and other equipment properly to ensure safe transportation.
• Ensure that students are safely loaded and unloaded at school and home, with particular attention to students needing assistance with mobility or other special accommodations.

Sunrise commitment to moving children forward and putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you’ll love.

Sunrise is an Equal Opportunity Employer.