Bus Monitor

Salary: $21.60 - $30.24 per hour; commensurate with experience Monday-Friday; 4 hours per day (Hours may vary depending on route assigned)

Requirements: Monitors will be required to pass a physical conditioning test mandated by NYS DOT and NYSED. Must possess a valid driver's license. Federal finger printing clearance is required. Distinguishing Features of the Class: All monitors are required to assist Pre K and Elementary children on the proper loading and unloading procedures, which may include assisting children off the bus to the approved loading and unloading bus stop. Typical Work Activities: Rides on school bus in order to perform duties and responsibilities; Monitors and maintains order on school bus and ensures that student passengers are seated while bus is in motion; Oversees and monitors student passengers and their behavior; Assists student passengers to climb aboard, enter, and leave, climb down from, the bus; Seats and places student passengers as necessary; May operate lift and secure restraint devices and wheelchair locks to load and unload student passengers with disabilities; Provides other assistance to students and drivers as needed; May operate a lift to load and unload handicapped student passengers and secures restraint devices and wheelchair locks; Performs a variety of related activities as required. Full Performance Knowledges, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics: Must possess strong communication skills, be able to understand traffic directions and routing procedures. Must be able to lift at least 35lbs.