School Bus Monitor

Framingham Public Schools•Framingham, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

A bus monitor for Framingham Public School Framingham Public Schools play a crucial role in fostering a welcoming and respectful environment by communicating effectively with students and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise during transit. Additionally, the bus monitor is tasked with ensuring that all safety protocols are followed, such as ensuring seat belts are fastened where applicable and that students remain seated while the bus is in motion. By working closely with the bus driver, the monitor helps to create a smooth and enjoyable journey for all students, contributing to the overall well-being and success of the students. OUR MISSION : Framingham Public Schools is committed to excellence for all students. Our mission statement guides our work: Through a comprehensive education, we aim to create and empower free-thinking, responsible citizens who can participate equally in our rich and diverse community. FPS and the community stand united in our core values: Providing a safe, inclusive, culturally responsive teaching and learning environment; Engaging antiracist and responsible civic advocates; Respecting diversity of thought, learners, cultures, and community; Fostering learning and healthy growth of all students and staff; Ensuring every school will be an active, participatory, equitable community. Diversity among teachers undoubtedly advances the academic achievement of students. Compliance obligations establish a baseline which we seek to exceed. As a district, Framingham Public Schools is committed to achieving, developing, and maintaining a workforce reflective of the rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity of our students. Framingham Public Schools aims to teach our children, and ourselves, to be culturally proficient and inclusive in order to live, learn, and work together in a vibrant and diverse world. Indeed, Framingham Public Schools is committed to inspiring our school community to be accepting and willing to learn from individuals with differing backgrounds. Our goal is to reflect the diverse community we serve and create a great place to work for everyone by embracing the individual skills, perspectives, and experiences our people bring to the workplace and harnessing these for high performance and improved service delivery. We want our employees to feel included, valued, and respected and have access to equal opportunity, which supports full participation at work. Framingham Public Schools seeks to retain the diverse talent in our workforce and support our people to maintain a long and productive working career. Framingham Public Schools is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from persons with disabilities and who identify as members of historically underrepresented groups.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D. Certificate
CPR and First Aid certified
Knowledge of safe practices concerning bus transportation, basic record-keeping techniques, and health, and safety regulations
Passing a CORI and Fingerprinting
Ability to foster a welcoming and respectful environment by promoting positive conduct among students
Skilled in being attentive and proactive in addressing concerns promptly to prevent disruptions
Strong capability to build rapport with students, creating a trusting and supportive atmosphere
Proficient in communicating clearly and effectively with parents and school staff as needed
Familiarity with emergency procedures and readiness to respond swiftly to any incidents, prioritizing student safety
Committed to ensuring that each student's journey to and from school is safe and enjoyable through constant vigilance and dedication to the role

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe transportation of students, maintaining a secure and supportive environment throughout the commute.
Monitor student well-being, addressing concerns promptly.
Assist students as needed, including those with disabilities, with boarding, seating (including securing restraints per guidelines), and disembarking the bus, and escorting across streets as needed.
Lift children as required.
Verify responsible adult supervision for students at drop-off locations.
Effectively communicate with parents, school staff, and transportation teams regarding student needs, incidents, and any relevant information.
Collaborate with stakeholders to improve transportation processes and student safety.
Assist the bus driver with documentation and record-keeping.
Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline.
Maintain current knowledge of and be prepared to assist in emergency evacuation procedures.
Communicate with school personnel about student background, medical needs, and behavioral issues as appropriated.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation.