26/27 Bus Monitor, Transportation Department, .625 FTE

Durango School District 9-R•Durango, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Durango School District is accepting applications for Bus Monitor in the Transportation Department to assist bus drivers with student supervision while in route, maintain student conduct reports, and assist bus driver with passenger safety during daily routes. This position is 5 hours per day. The Bus Monitors typically work from 6:00am through 8:30 am in the morning. In the afternoon the Bus Monitor starts at 2:30pm and gets done at 5:00pm. Position begins August 08/17/2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Communicate effectively in written and oral form using positive interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building/department procedures.
Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Ability to utilize non-violent and physical intervention techniques.
Knowledge of first aide skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children preferred.
CPR and First Aid training preferred at hire.
Operating knowledge with wheelchair lifts required within two weeks of hire.
Operating knowledge protective safety devices, car seats, lap belts, and T-straps required within one month of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist the bus driver in maintaining safe student conduct by monitoring student behavior, helping set a positive tone, redirecting inappropriate behavior.
Assist students, as needed, in loading and unloading the bus.
Load and unload passengers in wheelchairs, strollers, etc. using the bus lift.
Maneuver chairs on ramps, curbs, and inside buildings.
When working with students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504’s, coordinate with the school staff and Student Support Services departments to be familiar with the plans and student needs as it pertains to transportation.
Secure passengers’ wheelchairs, strollers, etc. and properly fasten all protective safety devices, car seats, lap belts, and T-straps.
Assist in maintaining emergency card book for passengers.
Completes and submits required paperwork/documentation as required and ensures the confidentiality of student information.
Provide written documentation to appropriate personnel regarding violations of the student code.
Assist driver with emergency evacuation plans and drills.
Attend training and other required meetings.
Assist the driver during emergency situations or mechanical failures; may perform first aid, including CPR, in emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.