School Bus Monitor - Safety & Student Support (Part-Time)

District Office; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Parsons, Kansas, is seeking a Bus Monitor to ensure the safe transportation of students. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include assisting students on and off the bus, supervising their safety, and managing student behavior. The job is part-time with immediate starting availability. Ideal candidates are patient and capable of working with children, including those with disabilities. Position complies with equal opportunity employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist students on and off the bus according to their individual needs including lifting and carrying students with disabilities.
• Supervise students as they board and exit the bus and cross the street following established safety procedures.
• Escort students into the building and deliver to their assigned destination.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and riding rules and regulations.
• Learn and adapt to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Manage student behavior and report student discipline problems in a timely manner to appropriate administrator.
• Complete and maintain accurate, updated, and timely records and reports including route sheet and daily non-notification forms.
• Operate equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow emergency procedures including evacuation of students as needed and assist driver to administer first aid, if necessary.
• Assist driver keeping bus clean and performance of pre- and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow written or verbal instructions

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Ability to operate safety equipment and adaptive equipment

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to work well with all children, including children with disabilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

A local educational institution in Parsons, Kansas, is seeking a Bus Monitor to ensure the safe transportation of students. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include assisting students on and off the bus, supervising their safety, and managing student behavior. The job is part-time with immediate starting availability. Ideal candidates are patient and capable of working with children, including those with disabilities. Position complies with equal opportunity employment.