School Bus Monitor

New Jersey - STOA; Williamstown (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

STA in Williamstown, NJ is seeking a part-time School Bus Monitor to assist the driver with the safe management of students on board. The role includes helping with entry/exit, safety checks, and communicating behavior concerns to parents and management.

Responsibilities emphasize monitoring passengers, assisting with entrances/exits, performing safety checks, and supporting the driver during backing and emergencies, while ensuring bus cleanliness and field-trip coverage as required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience working with children or students.
• Complete all training requirements.
• Pre-employment background checks apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all passengers to ensure safety on the bus.
• Assist students entering and exiting the bus.
• Perform safety checks on the bus.
• Know routes and stay alert to passenger welfare.
• Check the school bus for sleeping children.
• Assist driver to back the vehicle safely when needed.
• Conduct emergency evacuations from the bus.
• Open/close service doors and move up and down steps.
• Communicate behavior issues to the driver and parents.
• Assist with bus cleanliness and field trips as needed.

Skills

Childcare experience

Job description

Come join our team! As a school bus monitor, you will assist the driver with the safe management of students onboard the vehicle. This may include assisting students as they enter and exit the vehicle, performing safety checks, leading emergency evacuations, and communicating behavior issues with parents and management, among other duties.

Job Type: Part-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Location: Williamstown, NJ

Hours: 7am-9:15am / 2:30pm-4:30pm (must be able to commit to morning and afternoon shift)

Responsibilities:

• Monitor all passengers to ensure safety is always maintained on the bus.
• Assist students in entering and exiting the bus.
• Perform safety checks on the bus to ensure the safety of all students.
• Know the routes and remain alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while on route.
• Check the school bus for sleeping children.
• Assist driver to safely direct the vehicle in backing safely, when necessary.
• Conduct emergency evacuation from the bus, including us of exiting by emergency door.
• Ability to open and close service doors and move up and down steps multiple times a day.
• Communicate behavior problems and conditions of various bus stops with the driver.
• Liaise with parents on an as-needed basis.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness of assigned bus.
• Occasionally, attend field trips and special events to ensure passenger safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year(s) of experience working with children or students
• Complete all training requirements
• Pre-employment background checks apply

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Safety-first environment with comprehensive training & ongoing learning development opportunities
• Special recognition opportunities for exemplary safety and performance
• Dedication to supporting local communities through different charities, partnerships, and events
• Appreciation events, holiday parties, and birthday recognitions throughout the year
• Corporate culture that promotes the safety & well-being of children and families through our fundraising partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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