JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Bus Monitor

FLSA: Non-Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides general assistance to students and bus drivers in fulfilling safe transportation of students to and from school. Coordinates special needs, assists students, communicates with parents, and performs related tasks. Reports to the Special Needs Transportation Supervisor and bus driver.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides assistance to bus driver by monitoring activities of students being transported; informs driver of any behavior or other problems; completes discipline slips on disruptive students when necessary.

Assists students in getting onto and off of the bus; operates a wheel chair lift to assist handicapped students in getting onto and off of the bus; provides other appropriate assistance to handicapped students as required.

Keeps abreast of safety and first aid procedures related to the duties of the job.

Coordinates special needs of students with parents, driver and teachers.

Makes transportation/trips enjoyable for students through educational programs, group activities, etc.

Performs other related duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

High school graduate. Must be at least 18 years of age. Certified school bus driver with excellent motor vehicle driving record highly desirable. Experience in working with children and handicapped children preferred. Must have an acceptable background check through SLED and a SC Driver’s license.

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of all state laws and regulations, and safety procedures pertaining to the safe transport of special needs students. Operation of a school bus and equipment related to special needs student transportation. Understands the limitations and hazards involved in operating assigned equipment. Knowledgeable on the proper procedures for reporting student misbehavior and other problems, and equipment failure. Knows the proper procedures for emergency situations. Familiar with daily bus route and the location of schools and other landmarks.

Skills/Effort:

Has the ability to carry out duties in various conditions of weather and noise. Is able to complete assigned tasks in a safe, timely, and effective manner. Is capable of applying common sense understanding and independent judgment in the performance of prescribed duties and tasks. Has the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, supervisors, co-workers, and the general public. Is able to handle

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