Bus Monitor
2 days ago
Whiteville, North Carolina, United States
Classical Charter Schools of America
Full time
Job Title: School Bus Monitor
Job Summary:
The School Bus Monitor is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of students on school buses. This role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to maintain order and discipline on the bus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Directs the loading and unloading of students to prevent congestion and unsafe conditions.
- Assists children as needed with getting on and off the bus safely.
- Ensures children are in assigned seats, if applicable.
- Ensures children get off the bus at the correct stop and are released to the proper guardians.
- Rides the school bus to ensure students follow all bus rules, including prevention of altercations between students and damage to the bus.
- Maintains order on the bus.
- Picks up any trash left behind on the bus after each use and ensures the bus is clean on the inside.
- Reports any bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Participates in school bus safety drills.
- May disembark from the school bus at railroad crossings and clear the bus across tracks.
- Ensures that there are no children left behind after the bus route is completed.
- Teaches children how to maintain safety, such as putting their seat belts on or sitting back and following procedures.
Requirements:
- Prior experience working in early childhood educational settings is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for communication with children, bus drivers, parents, or other staff.
- Excellent communication skills: active listening, instruction, speaking.
- Excellent problem-solving and reasoning skills.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
About Us:
Classical Charter Schools of America is an education management organization that manages multiple award-winning public charter schools in southeastern North Carolina. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.