Bus Monitor

YMCA of Greater Springfield • Springfield, MA

20h

About The Position

Under the direction of the Transportation Director, the Bus Monitor is responsible for maintaining a warm, healthy environment that promotes the total growth and well-being of children in the program. The role focuses on child safety and supervision during transportation and includes supporting children during boarding, exiting, street crossings, and door-to-door transfers. The listed responsibilities may be adjusted to meet the agency’s operational needs and the Learning Center Program.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience working with school-aged children.
• Become certified in AED, CPR, and First Aid within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to mitigate conflict while still performing all essential duties.
• A track record of safe practices and working with children.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary person responsible for child safety on an assigned vehicle.
• Complete and confirm daily attendance counts and rosters.
• Assist children with street crossing, getting on and off the bus, and door-to-door transfers.
• Ensure the safety of children on the vehicle by following Y rules and best practices for managing youth.
• Provide proactive supervision of children on the bus at all times.
• Serve as a mandated reporter for transportation operations.
• Attend safety, in-service, and other trainings, as well as staff meetings.
• Follow and administer the Y Child Safety Code of Conduct.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED