School Bus Monitor: Safe Transport & Student Support

Manhattan-Ogden USD383; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 19,286; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights no weekends

Paid sick and personal leave

Vision and dental insurance

Job summary

Manhattan-Ogden USD383 seeks a School Bus Monitor to support safe student transportation, assist with loading and unloading, and reinforce positive behavior on routes in the USD 383 Transportation Department. The position suits retirees, students, or those seeking a flexible schedule with part-time hours.

Hires work mornings and afternoons, approximately 6 hours per day, with some additional hours possible on noon routes or other departments. Reports to the Director of Transportation.

Qualifications

• Assist students in loading/unloading onto the bus.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce positive conduct during transport.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with family and staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist young or special education students in getting on and off the bus.
• Assist the bus driver with maintaining discipline and monitoring students while the bus is in operation.
• Ensure the responsible adult meets students leaving the bus as required.
• Communicate with drivers, teachers, aides and parents concerning student medical needs and behavior as appropriate.
• Document student information in collaboration with the bus driver and note seating arrangements as assigned.
• Understand and relate to students with special needs.
• Teach students proper vehicle safety lessons and use of seat belts/handrails as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the bus driver.

Job description

Manhattan-Ogden USD383 seeks a School Bus Monitor to support safe student transportation, assist with loading and unloading, and reinforce positive behavior on routes in the USD 383 Transportation Department. The position suits retirees, students, or those seeking a flexible schedule with part-time hours.

Hires work mornings and afternoons, approximately 6 hours per day, with some additional hours possible on noon routes or other departments. Reports to the Director of Transportation.