Bus Monitor

Position: 2026-2027 Bus Monitor
Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Monitor

Date Posted:
6/1/2026

Location:
Lincoln-Way Area Special Education District 843
Description: Assist with the safe and efficient transportation services to students with special education needs. Assist driver in loading and unloading passengers. Ensure proper securement of wheelchairs, safety vests, seat belts and all other safety restraint systems. Responsible for the supervision of students assigned to route including passenger behavior management. Assist passengers who become ill on the vehicle. Must be physically capable to load and unload passengers.

Should know how to communicate by two-way radio should the driver not be able to. Demonstrate a commitment to know about your students, what their needs are, and assist locating and implementing important information such as:

• The IEP (Transportation Plan)
• Instructions for lift
• Emergency information, including evacuation plan, special medical information and any DNR orders
• Seating chart
• Emergency equipment (fire extinguishers, first aid kit)

Required to exercise universal precautions. Maintain a high level of professionalism. Maintain a high level of confidentiality. Communication among all team members is essential.

Qualifications: At least 18 years of age or older. Possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to lift 50 lbs to assist with bus evacuation. After the pre-employment interview, a new applicant must (1) pass a physical examination, including a tuberculosis test and drug testing. (2) be fingerprinted, as prescribed by the Secretary of State, and clear an Illinois specific background check, with prints forwarded to the FBI for a national background check.

(3) minimum of two (positive) recommendations from professional references.

Working Conditions: Morning and afternoon hours / hourly pay, follow the school calendar(s) of route(s) to which assigned, paid training and great benefits. Monitors are guaranteed 4 hours of pay per day.

Rate of Pay: Hourly pay will be assigned based upon experience. Salary range: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:
Medical benefits for the monitor are paid at 100%. Medical benefits include dental and vision coverage. Family coverage is available for a cost. Life insurance is provided at no cost to the monitor. Benefit Information:

Application Procedure:
Apply online