Bus Monitor

School Bus Aide

Basic Function: Assist school bus driver in maintaining discipline while bus is in operation; maintain proper records and documentation; assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required. Performance Responsibilities: Assists the bus driver in maintaining discipline on school bus; monitors and assists students while bus is in operation; maintains proper seating arrangements. Consults with and assists bus driver in documentation of student information, record-keeping and completing route surveys. Assists driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses and wheel chair clamps are secured as required. Assists parents and school personnel with safe loading and unloading of students; coordinates seating of pre-kindergarten students as required by State Transportation Guidelines. Communicates with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student background, medical problems and behavior as appropriate. Maintains current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures; assists driver in emergency situations. Operates lift system, assists handicapped children on and off the bus and escorts children across street upon return home; lifts children as required; assures responsible adult meets students leaving the bus. Attends in-service meetings and training courses as assigned. Performs related duties as assigned.