Bus Monitor - SY, Transportation

McDonough, GA, United States

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Position Title:
Bus Monitor

Division:
Operations/Transportation

Reports To:
Route Supervisor

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Salary

Schedule:

Hourly

Work Days: 178

• Assist bus drivers on each route to ensure the physical and emotional safety of students.
• Attend training meetings as required by the Director of Transportation.
• Assist with loading and unloading of students. This assistance may include, but is not limited to, lifting, seating, safety belting, etc. of students.
• Become familiar with, and demonstrate competence in, operating special equipment needed to transport students. This special equipment may include, but is not limited to, wheelchairs, mobility chairs, and lifts.
• Assist the bus driver in conducting emergency evacuation drills as required by the Transportation Department.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with school staff, students, and the public.
• Legibly and accurately complete required reports on a timely basis.
• Know, understand, and practice the expectations outlined in the Bus Monitor Duties and Responsibilities document.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency (HSE).
• Ability to work well with staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders.
• Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
• Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
• Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
• Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
• Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
• Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.