Bus Monitor

Bus Monitor Position

Bethlehem Area School District is seeking dependable and safety-focused bus monitors to assist with the safe transportation of students to and from school. There are eight vacancies available. This part-time position is approximately 29 hours per week and includes paid required training prior to beginning the assignment. Bus monitors work alongside bus drivers to help maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly environment for all students during transportation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting the bus driver in safely transporting students to and from school
• Monitoring student conduct on the bus or van to maintain a safe and appropriate environment
• Based on a student's individual needs, assisting students with boarding and exiting the bus and securing safety equipment
• Communicating with the bus driver and appropriate staff regarding student needs or concerns
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work effectively with students and maintain a safe and positive transportation environment
• Dependable, patient, and able to follow safety procedures
• Ability to complete required paid training prior to beginning employment

Pre-employment requirements:

• Must undergo and receive a satisfactory result on a pre-employment drug screening
• Must successfully complete and submit all required background clearances in accordance with Pennsylvania School Code employment requirements
• Must complete the Pennsylvania School Personnel Health Record following a conditional job offer and prior to the first day of employment
• Must successfully complete all required Act 168 employment history review requirements prior to beginning employment

Rate: $21.22 per hour

Equal rights and opportunities policy: As an equal rights and opportunities agency, the Bethlehem Area School District will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected classification. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.