Bus Monitor

Orange County Public Schools•Orlando, FL

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Bus Monitor monitors school bus activities and provides assistance to students and bus operators during daily transportation routes. The position supports the safe loading and unloading of students, appropriate student conduct, and the safety and welfare of everyone on the bus. Duties include securing students and assisting students with special medical needs and devices. The employee performs related work as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Demonstrated ability to meet the dexterity and physical requirements of the work and effectively attend to school-age children, including children with special medical needs.
Ability to successfully complete agency-provided county wheelchair certification, first aid and CPR training, and dexterity testing.
Annual recertification is required to maintain employment in this classification.
Ability to operate safety restraint and wheelchair lift devices.
Ability to perform addition and subtraction and follow detailed but routine written or oral instructions.
Ability to perform moderately physically demanding tasks, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing 20–50 pounds.
Ability to work in conditions that may involve temperature and noise extremes, odors, humidity, vibrations, traffic hazards, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Respond to internal and external customers in a timely, accurate, courteous, and empathetic manner, representing OCPS positively.
Monitor daily school bus activities, student conduct, and adherence to disciplinary controls.
Maintain attendance records, assign student seating, and learn assigned bus routes.
Ensure the safe loading and unloading of students, including operating specialized equipment such as wheelchair lifts and tie-downs, toddler or infant seats, and seat belts.
Assist bus operators with pre- and post-trip inspections to support proper operating conditions and compliance with Department of Transportation and other safety standards.
Perform routine cleaning and bus maintenance, including cleaning spills and body fluids.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with bus operators, district personnel, school officials, and parents.
Keep current with job-appropriate technology and attend district-supported training as needed.
Maintain timely and accurate job-related information.
Perform related duties as directed.