Bus Aide (Anticipated)

Bus Aide/Monitor

Hours are 6:15-8:15AM and 2:15-4:15PM. Starting rate is $14.35/hour.

Revere Local School District

Job Description

Title: Bus Aide/Monitor File 702

Reports to: Assigned administrator/supervisor

Job Objective: Monitors/assists students to ensure safe, efficient and courteous transportation services. NOTE: Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the regular schedule.

Minimum: Valid state department of education license/permit as determined at the time of appointment.

Qualifications:

• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Exhibits basic computer proficiency or commitment to acquire job-related technology skills.
• Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) or similar training may be required for some assignments. Physical Demands: Duties may require providing physical assistance to students. Note: Specialized training may be required (e.g., blood borne pathogen, child abuse/neglect, communicable disease, CPR, first aid/injury prevention, nonviolent crisis intervention, etc.) as a condition of employment.

Essential

• Monitors and assists students under the guidance of the bus/van driver.
• Assists with passenger loading and unloading. Ensures passengers are seated before the vehicle moves. NOTE: The driver and bus aide/monitor work as a team on wheelchair lift vehicles to secure seat belts, wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.
• Communicates rules to students (i.e., expectations and consequences).
• Keeps the bus driver and school personnel informed about behavior concerns.
• Works with staff to identify student assistance strategies most likely to be effective.
• Attends to student concerns discreetly when assistance is requested.
• Provides help as needed when aware of passengers with medical/health considerations.
• Learns proper procedures to assist students during emergency bus evacuations.
• Learns how to operate fire/safety equipment.
• Helps the driver clean up spills or other conditions that may contribute to an accident.
• Protects district property. Implements procedures to prevent the loss of supplies/equipment.

Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.

• Complies with the Employee Code of Excellence.
• Contributes to an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.
• Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Works effectively with minimal supervision. Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.

Maintains open/effective communications.

• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Seeks clarification when directives are unclear.
• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.

Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates personal skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.

Takes precautions to protect student and staff safety. Helps supervisors manage risks.

• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Provides appropriate student supervision.
• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes and administrative directives when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior and suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.

Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.

Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements and district administrative procedures.

Working The district offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex and any other legally protected category. Safety is essential to job performance. The district is an alcohol and drug free work environment. Employees must comply with district policies, workplace safety regulations and health laws. This job description is not intended to create a contract or alter the terms of board authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates and work schedules vary by position. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities. Employee duties may change in response to collective bargaining agreements, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program or service revisions, regulatory requirements, technological innovations and unforeseen events.