Bus Monitor

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND HAVE A LETTER, PROVIDED BY THE INDIVIDUAL, FROM THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES STATED THE EMPLOYEE IS CLEAR TO HIRE BASED ON NO FINDINGS OF SUBSTANTIATED CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT FOUND THROUGH A BACKGROUND CHECK OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT RECORDS MAINTAINED BY THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES AS A

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Class Code: 7942

LOCAL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION PLAN

CLASS TITLE: BUS MONITOR

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist school bus driver in maintaining discipline while the bus is in operation; maintain proper records and documentation; assist students in loading, unloading, and seating arrangements as required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on the school bus; monitor and assist students while the bus is in operation. Consult with and assist bus drivers in documenting student information, record-keeping, and completing route surveys. Assist driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses, and wheelchair clamps are secured. Assist parents and school personnel with safe loading and unloading of students; coordinate seating of pre-kindergarten students as required by State Transportation Guidelines. Communicate with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student background, medical problems, and behavior as appropriate. Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures. Assist disabled children on and off the bus, escort children across the street upon return home; lift children as required; assure responsible adult meets students leaving the bus. Attend in-service meetings and training courses as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Safe practices concerning school bus transportation. Basic record-keeping techniques. Applicable sections of the KAR and other applicable laws. Health and safety regulations. ABILITY TO: Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Maintain proper records and documentation. Assist students in loading, unloading, and seating arrangements as required. Understand and relate to children with special needs. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Lift students according to established guidelines. Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures. Maintain routine records. Observe health and safety regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: !

Seldom/Rare Occasional (up to 1/3 of the workday) Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of the workday) Repetitive (2/3 or more of the workday) Standing/Walking

Sitting

Handle/Finger/Feel

Reach/Push/Pull

Bend/Stoop/Crouch

Kneel/Crawl

Climb/Balance

Lift/Carry (Check Frequency)

• Up to 10 lbs.
• Up to 20 lbs.
• Up to 50 lbs.
• Up to 100 lbs.
• Over 100 lbs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law. The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the supervisor. Morgan County Schools