Bus Monitor

School Bus MonitorSchool Bus Monitors are responsible for assisting children with getting on and off of the school bus safely. Furthermore, they are responsible for their safety while aboard the bus ensuring that students are properly seated. School Bus Monitors must ensure that children get off of the bus at the correct stop and they are being released to proper parent/guardian. The minimum age requirement for a School Bus Monitor is 21.School Bus Monitors are primarily responsible for assisting children with getting on and off of the school bus at all times.Responsibilities:Ensure children are properly seated and facing forward at all times and remain seated while the bus is in motion.Ensure children are wearing their seatbelts at all times when servicing special needs vehicles.Ensure children are allowed off of the bus at their proper stop and are released to their guardian/parent if so applicable.Maintain order aboard the school bus at all times.Follow basic principles of child safety at all times.Establish good relationships with their bus driver(s), school staff, parents and children.Ensure all children safely get on and off of the bus at school or at the completion of their bus run. You are expected to work in conjunction with your driver to ensure no child is left aboard the school bus upon completion of its route.Possess active listening skills and understand what children, parents and staff are attempting to communicate to you. You must have the ability to convey information effectively.Possess problem solving skills incorporating sensitivity along with speech clarity and perceptiveness.Follow general rules when caring for children.Have knowledge of public safety and security policies and procedures.Have the ability to assess the needs of children and those around them. Having knowledge of child behavior is imperative and show an ability to exercise appropriate disciplinary techniques.Have knowledge of relevant equipment aboard their vehicles, policies and procedures.Have hours and a work schedule that are determined on an annual basis.Are employed on a part time, seasonal basis and only work when school is in session.Refrain from the use of obscene or harsh language.Only wear clothing that is appropriate as outlined in the dress code expectations issued to each employee at the start of employment or the school year.Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.Must be self motivated and possess the ability to work with minimum supervision.Are required to work both morning and afternoon shifts daily.Use of tobacco products and electronic devices is strictly prohibited.Minimum qualifications:High School DiplomaAssociates Degree preferredMust be 21 years of age or olderMust be City of Springfield residentHourly Rate $17.88If you believe, we have a place for you on our team! Come work for us!