School Bus Monitor

Join Our Team at Ontario Bus - Make a Positive Impact in Your Community

At Ontario Bus, we are dedicated to providing safe transportation for students and fostering a supportive environment. We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as School Bus Monitors. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while enjoying a fulfilling role with a strong work-life balance.

• Streamlined Hiring: Fast and efficient application and interview process.
• Work-Life Balance: Regular hours with weekends and evenings off, allowing time for family and personal commitments.
• Attendance Bonus: Earn an additional $50 per month for perfect attendance.
• Community Contribution: Play an essential role in ensuring the safety and well-being of students as they travel to and from school.

As a School Bus Monitor, you will work in tandem with the bus driver to ensure the safety of students during school routes, field trips, and other school-related activities. Your responsibilities will include managing student behavior, assisting with boarding and disembarking, and enforcing safety protocols.

• Ensure Student Safety: Monitor students' behavior and maintain a secure environment on the bus at all times.
• Assist with Boarding and Disembarking: Safely assist students on and off the bus, ensuring they are only handed off to authorized individuals.
• Support the Bus Driver: Help the driver maintain focus on the road by managing student interactions and behavior.
• Enforce Safety Procedures: Ensure students are securely seated, using appropriate restraints as required.
• Provide Customer Service: Address passengers' questions and concerns in a courteous and professional manner.
• Seat Assignments: Ensure efficient seating arrangements to maximize safety and comfort.
• Perform Safety Checks: Conduct routine checks of the bus before each departure to ensure proper function.
• Emergency Preparedness: Be prepared to respond swiftly in emergency situations, including assisting with evacuations and following safety protocols.

• Open and close bus doors with a minimum force of 30 pounds.
• Safely climb and descend bus steps, with a maximum step height of 17.5 inches.
• Respond efficiently to emergencies, including evacuating individuals and operating emergency controls.
• Capable of carrying or dragging a 125-pound individual a minimum of 30 feet within 30 seconds.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Pass a 12-panel drug screen, including marijuana, and a federal fingerprint background check.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role.

• Pay: $16.50 per hour
• Benefits: Health insurance, Paid time off
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day Shift

Note:

Applicants must be able to relocate to Rochester, NY before starting employment.