School Bus Safety & Behavior Monitor

Ball--chatham-School-District; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

BALL-CHATHAM CUSD #5 is seeking a Bus Monitor to provide direct assistance to students on the bus route. The role emphasizes safety, order, and timely communication with teachers and administrators, ensuring a secure environment during transportation to and from school.

The position requires an 18+ age, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read instructions and support students, including those with special needs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• Ability to pass fingerprint background check.
• Must have HS diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and communicate with students.
• Ability to apply common sense in carrying out instructions.
• Ability to exercise appropriate disciplinary techniques.
• Ability to be trained in behavior modification techniques.
• Ability to work as a team member and serve as a role model.
• Regularly required to talk, hear, walk, sit and use hands.
• May assist physically challenged students.

Responsibilities

• Assists students in getting on and off the bus.
• Maintains order and safety of all students on the bus.
• Provides behavior feedback to teachers/administrators as requested.
• Reports disciplinary and medical problems to driver and school authorities.
• Secures special/adaptive equipment in transit and makes available to students.
• Acquire knowledge of any student handicapping condition and maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication with students

Team player

Reading instructions

Discipline techniques

Behavior modification training

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

BALL-CHATHAM CUSD #5 is seeking a Bus Monitor to provide direct assistance to students on the bus route. The role emphasizes safety, order, and timely communication with teachers and administrators, ensuring a secure environment during transportation to and from school.

The position requires an 18+ age, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read instructions and support students, including those with special needs.