School Van Monitor

DS Bus Lines; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan option

Dental

Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

Paid classroom and on-the-job training

Job summary

Beacon Mobility is seeking a School Van Monitor to assist students boarding the bus, remain with them during transit, and ensure safe arrival at destinations. You will support drivers to maintain safe operations and a positive environment for children.

The role offers 20-25 hours weekly with a pay of $18.54 per hour, plus benefits and training; weekend or varied shifts may apply. Training is provided to ensure safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to pass a background check including CORI/SORI and drug screen.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (spoken and written).
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills and ability to work with school age children.
• Ability to install car seats and booster seats safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely assist students as they enter and exit the bus and secure them with seat belts.
• Monitor student behavior and provide guidance as needed; report safety issues to management.
• Communicate clearly with students, parents, teachers and Van Pool staff using the radio system.
• Follow directions from supervisors and support drivers to keep routes on schedule.

Skills

English communication

Background check

CORI/SORI

Drug screening

Safety awareness

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

Van Pool Transportation LLCThe Bus Aide will help students board the bus, depart from the bus, and arrive safely at their destination. Maintaining a safe environment for students and ensuring the Driver can focus on driving responsibilities are the most important tasks of the Bus Aide.Embark on a rewarding career journey with us – a company proudly recognized as one of the Great Places to Work in 2023-2024!Being a School Van Monitor for Van Pool Transportation gives you the pay you deserve and the benefits you need. You also get to positively impact the lives of children in your community by driving them to school!What We Offer:20-25 hours per week$18.54 per hour (Effective 8/24/26)Split Shifts- 5:30am-9:00am & 1:00pm-5:00pm (example only, exact hours depend on assigned route)401(k) plan option, Dental, Vision, & Company Paid Life InsurancePaid classroom and on-the-job trainingRequirementsAge 18+Ability to pass a background check, CORI/SORI, drug screenEffectively communicate in English (spoken and written)What You’ll Be doing:Safely assist students as needed. This includes helping them enter and exit the vehicle, using the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belts, and safely securing them in car seats and booster seats. Lifting may be required.Monitor student behavior to provide appropriate guidance, feedback, and direction when necessary. • Report unsafe and inappropriate student behavior to management; follow directions and implement corrective steps as assigned.Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly in (English) with students, parents, teachers, and Van Pool staff.Must demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills while using Van Pool’s two-way radio system.Must have the physical capability to safely install car seats and booster seats.Must be able to follow written and verbal directions and instructions from supervisors.Must demonstrate a willingness to work effectively with school age children with special needs.Recruiter Contact:Tina [e-mail]150 Linus Allain Ave-Gardner-MA 01440Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.