RAES Bus Monitor (Monmouth)

Henderson Knox Mercer Warren

Regional Office of Education

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: RAES Bus Monitor 

Location: Monmouth/Galesburg 

Department: RAES

Reports to: Principal of RAES/Regional Superintendent 

FLSA Class: Non-Exempt

Revised Date:

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting the principal and students in the Regional Alternative Education Services program to arrive and depart school in a safe and secure environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program/Department

• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, parents, associates and students.
• Ability to stay calm and in control during emergency situations
• Monitors students while on bus
• Maintains safety and order on the bus
• Enforces bus seating chart
• Assists with the loading and unloading of students on/off the bus
• Maintains cleanliness of bus by sweeping and removing all trash items from the bus interior
• Performs post trip wipe-down of the interior of vehicle due to health or other emergency situations and concerns.
• Assists bus drivers with routes, directions and while the vehicle is driving in reverse.
• Provides assistance during emergencies, evacuation planning and drills
• Provides knowledge and operates emergency window exits
• Maintains confidentiality
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours.
• Greet and wand students every day.
• Work closely with and maintain regular communication with the RAES director and staff
• Use effective oral and written expressions.
• Uphold and enforce RAES procedures, and school rules.
• Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in work and deed.
• Work with efforts to involve community resources for student and school needs
• Regional Office of Education
• Maintain updated Google Calendar.
• Complete all required employee documents in an accurate & timely manner per ROE, State, and other grant requirements.
• Practice high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.
• Engage in Professional Development per ROE/position requirements.
• Follow and enforce all State, Federal, and ROE guidelines and policies in a professional manner.
• Maintain turnover files (ROE#33 Purple Binder).
• Attend all ROE and program meetings as required by supervisor.
• Join and participate in a ROE Committee, including attendance and engagement at meetings.
• Shows up, is prepared, and follows through on commitments with thorough, timely, and consistent work (Dependability)
• Willingness to change and/or compromise when needed (Flexibility)
• Follows the attendance policy in the ROE handbook (Attendance)
• Arrives prepared and ready to work at the scheduled time for meetings, events and work (Punctuality).
• Takes initiative in problem solving by implementing and suggesting solutions to problems independently (Problem Solving).
• Positively contribute both internally and externally to the culture and climate of the ROE (Attitude).
• Take initiative to work independently on a consistent basis to meet expectations of the job by staying on task and completing job duties without constant supervision (Works without Supervision)
• Maintain positive relationships both internally and externally that improve the ROE’s culture and climate (Interpersonal Relations).
• Work is completed thoroughly, timely, and consistently (Quality of Work)
• Ensure consistent and clear communication with supervisor, colleagues, students/families, and stakeholders. (Communication Skills)
• Follow ROE Dress Code consistently (Appearance & Grooming).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Regional Superintendent of Schools or Assistant Regional Superintendent of Schools.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, & CRITICAL SKILLS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 21 years of age
• Competence in utilizing Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Virtual Meeting Platforms
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull up to 10 lbs.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and an acceptable/courteous manner.
• Understanding and awareness of multicultural needs
• Ability to maintain a positive and collaborative relationship/attitude across all ROE programs.

SCHEDULING

The work hours for this position are Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 am Drop off and 1:30 pm 3:30pm (4 hours a day split AM and PM) -. based on the ROE Calendar. The schedule is subject to change with ROE demands.