School Bus Aide

Sunrise Transportation; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Transportation in Niles, IL seeks a Monitor/Aide to support student riders on daily routes. You will help monitor welfare, assist loading/unloading, and communicate with the driver and school staff to ensure safety and smooth operations.

Applicants should be 18+, with strong verbal communication, attention to detail, and availability for early morning shifts. Expect safety meetings and routine responsibilities on site.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Good verbal communication skills are required.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Availability for early morning shifts is needed.
• Strong judgement and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Knows the route and monitors passenger welfare during transit.
• Communicates behavior issues and stops with the driver.
• Assists students with loading and unloading.
• Cooperates with school staff, students, and parents.
• Attends safety and training meetings as required.
• Conducts emergency evacuation if needed.
• Assists in cleaning the bus interior.
• Aids the driver with backing the vehicle safely.

Skills

18+ years

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Early mornings

Problem solving

Job description

Job Location: Niles, IL 60714

Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

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
• Move up and down stairs easily
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping

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.