School Bus Monitor

Join Our Team at Ontario Bus – Make a Positive Impact in Your Community

At Ontario Bus, we are dedicated to providing safe transportation for students and fostering a supportive environment. We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as School Bus Monitors. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while enjoying a fulfilling role with a strong work-life balance.

Why Join Ontario Bus?

• Streamlined Hiring: Fast and efficient application and interview process.


• Work-Life Balance: Regular hours with weekends and evenings off, allowing time for family and personal commitments.


• Attendance Bonus: Earn an additional $50 per month for perfect attendance.


• Community Contribution: Play an essential role in ensuring the safety and well-being of students as they travel to and from school.

Position Overview: As a School Bus Monitor, you will work in tandem with the bus driver to ensure the safety of students during school routes, field trips, and other school-related activities. Your responsibilities will include managing student behavior, assisting with boarding and disembarking, and enforcing safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure Student Safety: Monitor students’ behavior and maintain a secure environment on the bus at all times.


• Assist with Boarding and Disembarking: Safely assist students on and off the bus, ensuring they are only handed off to authorized individuals.


• Support the Bus Driver: Help the driver maintain focus on the road by managing student interactions and behavior.


• Enforce Safety Procedures: Ensure students are securely seated, using appropriate restraints as required.


• Provide Customer Service: Address passengers’ questions and concerns in a courteous and professional manner.


• Seat Assignments: Ensure efficient seating arrangements to maximize safety and comfort.


• Perform Safety Checks: Conduct routine checks of the bus before each departure to ensure proper function.


• Emergency Preparedness: Be prepared to respond swiftly in emergency situations, including assisting with evacuations and following safety protocols.

Physical Requirements:

• Open and close bus doors with a minimum force of 30 pounds.


• Safely climb and descend bus steps, with a maximum step height of 17.5 inches.


• Respond efficiently to emergencies, including evacuating individuals and operating emergency controls.


• Capable of carrying or dragging a 125-pound individual a minimum of 30 feet within 30 seconds.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.


• Pass a 12-panel drug screen, including marijuana, and a federal fingerprint background check.


• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and staff.


• Ability to meet physical demands of the role.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $16.50 per hour


• Benefits: Health insurance, Paid time off


• Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day Shift

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Location: 1330 Lexington Ave, Rochester, NY 14606

If you are ready to contribute to the safety and well-being of students in your community, we encourage you to apply today and join our team at Ontario Bus. Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of children we serve.

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Note: Applicants must be able to relocate to Rochester, NY before starting employment.