Bus monitor-Special Needs Bus

Requirements

To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position successfully, the employee must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each task proficiently. The methods of meeting these requirements are subject to possible modification to Reasonably Accommodate Qualified Individuals With Disabilities. Some Requirements, However, may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others.

Responsibilities

• Aid special needs student entrance of the bus.
• Aid special needs student exit from bus.
• Receive/deliver special needs student from/to the teacher/aid at the school.
• Deliver and receive the child safely to and from the parent, guardian or person authorized by the parent in writing.
• Special needs children who cross the roadway shall be escorted by the bus aide.
• Special needs children shall not be left unattended at time of delivery. If the parent/guardian is not present upon delivery, the child shall be taken to a prearranged location.
• Report to the driver any behaviors or incidents that may affect the safety or well-being of special needs children riding the bus.
• Adhere to policies and procedures in maintaining appropriate student behavior.
• Respond to public contacts concerning transportation problems and concerns.
• Aid children with special learning needs and physical handicaps.
• Maintain confidentiality of school related business.
• Operate mobility and other special needs equipment according to manufacture guidelines.
• Respond appropriately to all exceptional needs of students.
• Administer first aid as required, and contact appropriate administrators in case of serious injury or illness.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Safety rules for transportation; Basic first aid procedures and methods;
• Ability To Maintain appropriate student behavior on a school bus or other transportation equipment; Perform appropriately in situations requiring tact and diplomacy;
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Physical Demands

• Carrying objects weighing up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Range of motion in the upper extremities.
• Sitting during much of the assignment, but will involve walking or standing for brief periods.
• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.