2025-2026 METCO Bus Monitor

Lincoln Public Schools•Lincoln, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Lincoln METCO Bus Monitor is to collaborate with the bus driver and METCO staff to assume the responsibility for the safety of students from Lincoln Public Schools to Boston. Reports to the METCO Director & AIDE Coordinator. Note: This position may be combined with other Lincoln School positions.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to work closely and cooperatively with driver(s) and METCO staff to ensure a safe and comfortable for students
Knowledge and use of Gmail, chrome software as a communication and reporting tool
Ability to relate to and work with elementary and middle school-age children
Position will require a specific training plan prior to starting and will be compensated.

Responsibilities

Take attendance
Ensure that students enter and exit the school bus safely
Remind students to abide by expectations (remain seated, respect other riders, use appropriate language and maintain safe bodies)
Communicate bus delays to the METCO Director & AIDE Coordinator in a timely manner
Communicate with students, caregivers, and school staff in a professional and courteous manner at all times
Complete bus conduct reports in a timely manner and submits to the METCO Director & AIDE Coordinator
Follow assigned seating plans for students
Work with the METCO Director & AIDE Coordinator to re-assign seats as needed
Answer calls from parents and district staff using school-provided cell phone regarding delays on arrivals and departures times. (The Director may send text messages throughout the day with updated bus information for students)
Distribute flyers and announcements directly to parents at the request of the METCO Director & AIDE Coordinator and/or the METCO Academic & Enrichment Specialist
Report all concerns, including student behavior directly to the METCO Director & AIDE Coordinator and Principals by using established reporting protocol
Possess a positive attitude and willingness to work well as a member of the team
Remain on the bus until all students are off the bus
Responsible for actively participating in meetings and trainings regarding students’ needs and safety
Perform any and/all other duties as assigned by the METCO Director & AIDE Coordinator, METCO Academic & Enrichment Specialist, and/or Principals