About this opportunity
Gonzales Independent School District lists this Bus Monitor opportunity in gonzales, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Bus MonitorRide buses and help the driver ensure safe and orderly transportation of students with disabilities.QualificationsAbility to understand and follow written or verbal instructionsAbility to communicate effectively with othersAbility to operate safety equipment and adaptive equipmentAbility to manage student behaviorAbility to work well with children with disabilitiesNoneStudent ManagementAssist students on and off the bus according to their individual needs including lifting and carrying students with disabilities.Supervise students as they board and exit the bus and cross the street following established safety procedures.Escort students into the building and deliver to their assigned destination.Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and riding rules and regulations.Learn and adapt to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.Manage student behavior and report student discipline problems in a timely manner to the appropriate administrator.Communicate with teachers and parents regarding student behavior while on the bus.Routes and SchedulesComplete and maintain accurate, updated, and timely records and reports including route sheet and daily non-notification forms.SafetyOperate equipment according to established safety procedures. Make sure seat belts, harnesses, or car seats are used correctly and help students use safety devices when needed.Follow emergency procedures including evacuation of students as needed and assist the driver to administer first aid, if necessary.Follow established procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and assisting students.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.OtherBecome familiar with and follow procedures established by transportation and special education offices.Assist driver keeping bus clean and performance of pre- and post-trip inspections.Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental FactorsSpecialized and adaptive equipment used by studentsFrequent standing and sitting; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingFrequent walking and reachingFrequent heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive equipmentWork inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise and vehicle fumes; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases); work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; may work irregular or prolonged hoursWork with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Worksite address
gonzales, TX, 78629, US
Who can apply
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