Floater Monitor Aide

Description

The Floater Monitor Aide / Bus Monitor supports the safe transportation of Head Start children to and from program locations and provides classroom and program support as needed. The position rides the school bus with enrolled children to promote their safety, security, and appropriate behavior throughout transportation.

The position maintains accurate passenger records, assists with the safe release of children to authorized individuals, performs required bus safety checks, maintains a clean and orderly transportation environment, and supports communication between families and the Head Start center.

When not assigned to transportation duties, the Floater Monitor Aide / Bus Monitor may provide support with classroom activities, reception, food preparation and production, health and sanitation, program implementation, and other Head Start functions as assigned.

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Previous experience working in Head Start, early childhood education, childcare, or school transportation.

• Ride the Head Start school bus with children to and from program locations to promote their safety and well-being.
• Maintain appropriate order and supervision of children while on the bus.
• Maintain an accurate daily passenger list and account for all children entering and exiting the bus.
• Assist children safely when boarding and exiting the bus.
• Ensure children are released only to authorized parents, guardians, or other individuals approved in accordance with Head Start procedures.
• Perform required visual safety checks of the bus and immediately report safety concerns or maintenance issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain the cleanliness and orderly condition of the bus.
• Follow all Head Start transportation policies, procedures, and applicable safety requirements.

• Coordinate and transport paperwork and communications between children’s homes and the Head Start center as directed.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with families, children, coworkers, supervisors, and program partners.
• Maintain accurate transportation and program documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of child, family, employee, and organizational information.

• Assist with classroom activities and program functions as needed.
• Support program implementation and Head Start activities.
• Provide assistance with reception, food preparation and production, health and sanitation, and other program functions as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, professional development activities, and other program meetings as required.
• Support a safe, positive, nurturing, and inclusive environment for children.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Follow Head Start Program Performance Standards and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Comply with RECAP policies, procedures, and program requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely records and documentation.
• Follow required child supervision, transportation, health, safety, emergency, and release procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of child, family, employee, and organizational information.
• Participate in required Head Start training, meetings, professional development, and program activities.
• Report safety, health, behavioral, or other concerns through established program procedures.
• Support the program’s commitment to child safety, school readiness, family engagement, and quality services.

Employees are expected to:

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, and reliability.
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with children, families, coworkers, supervisors, and community partners.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team while exercising sound judgment and initiative.
• Maintain a safe, positive, inclusive, and child-centered environment.
• Demonstrate patience, flexibility, and responsiveness to children’s needs.
• Support RECAP’s mission, values, and commitment to providing quality services.

Work is performed in Head Start classrooms, school buses, program facilities, and community settings. The position involves frequent interaction with young children, families, staff, and community partners.

The employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions, traffic, noise, and an active environment with frequent…