Special Needs Bus Monitor

McCracken•Paducah, KY

22h

About The Position

The Special Needs Bus Monitor assists the school bus driver in maintaining discipline and monitoring students while the bus is in operation. The monitor helps students board, exit, and sit safely; assists children with disabilities; and ensures required safety devices and procedures are followed. The role also involves maintaining records and documentation, communicating with families and school personnel, and following applicable Board of Education policies, laws, and safety regulations. Salary and work year are established by the Board.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED certificate, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law; equivalent combinations are acceptable.
Knowledge of safe practices concerning school bus transportation.
Knowledge of basic record-keeping techniques.
Knowledge of applicable sections of the KAR and other applicable laws.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Ability to maintain proper records and documentation.
Ability to assist with student loading, unloading, and seating arrangements.
Ability to understand and relate to children with special needs.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to lift students according to established guidelines.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures.
Ability to maintain routine records and observe health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

Implement Board of Education rules, regulations, policies, and administrative guidelines.
Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline and monitor and assist students while the bus is in operation.
Assist the driver with student information, record-keeping, documentation, and route surveys.
Help ensure seat belts, harnesses, and wheelchair clamps are secured as required.
Assist parents and school personnel with safe student loading and unloading, and coordinate pre-kindergarten seating as required by State Transportation Guidelines.
Communicate with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents about student background, medical problems, and behavior as appropriate.
Maintain current knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures.
Assist children with disabilities on and off the bus, escort children across the street upon returning home, lift children as required, and ensure a responsible adult meets students leaving the bus.
Attend assigned in-service meetings and training courses.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Remain at work for the entire workday unless excused by the immediate supervisor or designated representative.
Maintain a professional appearance and incorporate technology into daily tasks.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.