Bus Monitor - Special Ed - Part time

Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District (TX)•Grapevine, TX

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the bus driver in transporting students with disabilities to and from home and the complete range of curricular and extra curricular activities offered

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Ability to work well with children with disabilities
Ability to safely operate appropriate safety and adaptive equipment
Ability to follow verbal instructions and communicate effectively with parents, staff and students

Responsibilities

Assist driver in loading and unloading disabled students to and from school.
Supervise students as they board and leave bus and cross street.
Learn and adapt to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
Manage student behavior and communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding behavior or incidents while on bus.
Become familiar with all routes to and from school campus to be of assistance to driver.
Use wheel chair straps, tie downs, seat belts, harnesses, or car seats to secure students.
Assist driver in handling emergency situations, including first aid, evacuations and practice drills.
Assist driver with pre/post trip inspections; checking lights, emergency exits and equipment.
Be adaptable and flexible in acceptance of changes in techniques and procedures.
Maintain a professional level of confidentiality regarding all district matters.
Be familiar with and follow established procedures, techniques, and safety practices.
Support the goals and objectives of the district and follow district policies.
Help driver keep bus clean.
Work irregular hours as needed, with regular and consistent attendance.
Participate in meetings and training sessions as required by District staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.