School Bus Monitor-OPA

The School Bus Monitor ensures the safety and orderly conduct of students while they are being transported to and from school, field trips, or other school-related activities. This position assists the driver with supervision, student behavior management, and securing students with special needs, while maintaining a safe and respectful bus environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus in a safe and orderly manner.
• Ensure students remain seated and follow all safety rules while the bus is in motion.
• Provide assistance and supervision to students with disabilities or special needs, including use of seat belts, safety vests, and wheelchair restraints.
• Maintain order and discipline on the bus and report any behavioral issues to appropriate school staff.
• Communicate respectfully with students, parents, bus drivers, and school personnel.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip checks to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the bus.
• Respond to emergencies and follow proper procedures in the event of accidents or medical situations.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with children or in a school setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful or emergency situations.
• Must pass background check and required training (first aid, student management, etc.).

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to assist in lifting students (up to 50 lbs.) when necessary.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and stretching required to assist students with boarding, seating, and restraints.
• Ability to perform tasks that require physical strength and mobility in confined or moving spaces.
• Work is performed primarily on a moving school bus with exposure to varying weather conditions.
• May be exposed to bodily fluids, loud noise levels, and disruptive student behavior.
• Must be able to maintain focus and ensure student safety while the vehicle is in motion.
• Early morning and afternoon hours with occasional mid-day field trips or extended days.