Exceptional Children; EC) Bus Monitor

Exceptional Children (EC) Bus Monitor

Avery County Schools Avery County School District - Newland, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

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Starting Date: Immediately

Morning & Afternoon Routes

Avery County Schools Exceptional Children Department

Avery County Schools is seeking a caring, dependable, and student-centered Exceptional Children (EC) Bus Monitor to provide supervision and assistance to students with disabilities during morning and afternoon bus transportation. The EC Bus Monitor plays a vital role in ensuring students are transported safely while providing support based on each student's individual needs.

• Assist students with safely boarding and exiting the bus.
• Supervise students during transportation to ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Support students with physical, behavioral, communication, and medical needs as outlined in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), transportation plans, or health plans.
• Assist students with seat belts, safety harnesses, wheelchair securements, and other adaptive equipment as needed.
• Monitor student behavior and implement approved behavior support strategies.
• Maintain communication with the bus driver regarding student needs and safety concerns.
• Follow district procedures for emergency evacuations and crisis situations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student information.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.
• Attend required training, including CPI (if applicable), safety procedures, and district transportation training.
• Report concerns, incidents, or injuries promptly to the appropriate supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift, assist, and support students with mobility needs when necessary.
• Ability... etc.

• Demonstrates patience, compassion, and professionalism.
• Understands the importance of student safety and confidentiality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to manage student behavior in a positive and respectful manner.
• Dependable, punctual, and flexible.

• Morning and afternoon bus routes
• School days only
• Additional training may be required before or during the school year.

• Transportation Director
• Exceptional Children Director (regarding student support needs)

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The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

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