Position Type:
Transportation/Special Education Bus Monitor
Date Posted:
6/15/2026
Location:
District 304 Transportation Center
Closing Date:
until filled
Position: Special Education Bus Monitor/Aide
Department: Transportation
FTE: Part-time (hours TBD)
Pay rate is $20.50 per hour
Job Description
Title: Special Education Bus Monitor/Aide
SUMMARY:
Assist school bus driver in maintaining order while bus is in operation; maintain proper records and documentation; assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist the bus driver in maintaining order on school bus; monitor and assist students while bus is in operation.
• Consult with and assist bus driver in documentation of student information, recordkeeping and completing route surveys
• Assist driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses and wheel chair clamps are secured as required
• Assist parents and school personnel with safe loading and unloading of students
• Communicate with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student background, medical problems and behavior as appropriate
• Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures
• Assist handicapped children on and off the bus; lift children as required; assure responsible adult meets students leaving the bus
• Attend in-service meetings and training courses as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to maintain proper records and documentation
• Assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required, including the ability to lift heavy objects (minimum 50 lbs)
• Understand and relate to children with special needs
• Lift students according to established guidelines
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Attachment(s):
- Benefits Public Flyer - Non-Certified Staff.pdf