Bus Monitor / Anticipated Bus Driver

MUST OBTAIN SCHOOL CDL; TRAINING PROVIDED

BUS MONITOR QUALIFICATIONS :

Any combination equivalent to high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law; a good physical condition without lifting limits as evidenced by a pre-employment physical.

REPORTS TO :

Director of Transportation

PRIMARY JOB GOAL :

To ride a school bus and assist school bus driver in maintaining discipline while bus is in operation; to operate mechanical lift and other special assisting devices.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of operation of mechanical lift, wheel chairs, seat belts, restraining harness, wheel chair clamping devices, and any other assisting devices; knowledge of safe practices concerning school bus transportation; knowledge of problems and concerns of students with special needs; skills in basic record-keeping techniques; knowledge of applicable sections of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws; knowledge of health and safety regulations; ability to assist school bus driver in maintaining discipline while bus is in operation assuring safety of students; ability to maintain proper records and documentation; ability to assist students loading and unloading and with seating arrangements as required; ability to understand and relate to children with special needs; ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to lift students according to established guidelines; ability to maintain current knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures; ability to observe health and safety regulations; ability to maintain certification in First Aid and Adult / Child CPR.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Maintains order and discipline among students on the bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents, and the public; interacts with parents regarding questions, concerns, and disputes.
• Observes applicable local, state, and federal laws, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Assists exceptional and pre-kindergarten children on and off the bus and escorts children across street upon pick up and return home; lifts children as required; assures responsible adult meets age appropriate students leaving the bus.
• Operates equipment including wheelchairs, tie-downs, seat belts, harness, mechanical lift, and other adaptive equipment as necessary.
• Assists driver in assuring seat belts, harness, and wheel chair clamps are secured as required.
• Assists parents and school personnel with safe loading and unloading of students; coordinates seating of students; maintains an updated diagram and list of seating assignments.
• Consults with and assists bus driver in documentation of student information, record-keeping, and completing route surveys.
• Attends in-service meetings and training courses as assigned.
• Monitors and assists students while bus is in operation.
• Maintains current knowledge of and assists in Emergency Evacuation procedures.
• Communicates with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student background, medical problems, and behavior as appropriate.
• Utilizes two-way radio for bus-to-bus and bus-to-base communication according to federal and local regulations and procedures.
• Performs related duties and other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Transportation Director and the Superintendent.

BUS DRIVER QUALIFICATIONS :

Any combination equivalent to high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law, and five years experience in the operation of a motor vehicle; valid Class B Commercial Drivers License including passenger and air brake endorsement; Kentucky School Bus Driver Certificate; First Aid and Adult / Child CPR certification; a good driving record as evidenced by a five year driving record check; a good physical condition without limitations as evidenced by an annual or more school bus driver / DOT physical; drug and alcohol free in conformance with regulations as evidenced by federally required pre-employment and random drug testing.

REPORTS TO :

Transportation Director

PRIMARY JOB GOAL :

To operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; to provide safe and efficient transportation for district students to and from school, on special events, and on field trips; to perform pre-trip inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; to assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of safe driving practices and provisions of Federal and State Motor Vehicle codes and Kentucky Administrative Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students; knowledge of First Aid and CPR practices; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; ability to operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; ability to maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus; ability to maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition; ability to recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action; ability to learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards; ability to maintain routine records; ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; ability to meet schedules and time lines; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to learn, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices; ability to assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Check the frequency and number of hours a day the worker is required to do the following specific types of activities :

ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY

OF HOURS A DAY

CONTINUOUS

INTERMITTENT

a. Sitting

b. Walking

c. Standing

d. Bending

e. Squatting

f. Climbing

g. Kneeling

h. Twisting

i. Lifting

LIFTING

X 0-10 lbs. X 11-15 lbs. X 16-30 lbs. X Over 31 lbs.

2a. HAND MANIPULATION REQUIRED? X Yes (If yes, complete 2a,2b,2c,2d,2e)

2b. Repetitive hand movements? X YesNo

2c. Simple Grasping?

Right Hand

YesX No

Left Hand

YesX No

2d. Power Grasping?

Right Hand

YesX No

Left Hand

YesX No

2e. Pushing Pulling?

Right Hand

YesX No

Left Hand

YesX No

2f. Fine Manipulation :

Right Hand

YesX No

Left Hand

YesX No

3. (a) Does the job require worker to reach or work above the shoulder? X YesNo

Frequency? occasional

b) Reaching at or below shoulder level? X YesNo

Frequency?occasional

4. Does the job require use of his / her feet to operate foot controls or repetitive movement? _X_ YesNo

5. Are there special visual or auditory requirements? X YesNo

If yes, please describe (i.e. working with computer terminal) : driving / safety of students based on various scenarios

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

If yes, please specify : bus fumes

BLOOD / FLUID EXPOSURE RISK : (check the right category)

Category I : Tasks involve exposure to blood, fluid, or tissue

X_ Category II : Usual tasks do not involve exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissues but job may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.

Category III : Tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.