General Purpose

　　The Bus Monitor is responsible to provide safety and customer service to all students to and from school. The Bus Monitor provides operational oversight, daily management, and assists the driver with the route. The Bus Monitor must be consistently on time and reliable to ensure the department is able to serve the students at all times.

　　Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

　　Attention to detail and schedulesBe knowledgeable in reading route sheets, following directions, and staying on timeAssist the driver with pre- and post-trip inspections before and after all tripsMust maintain safety, order and discipline aboard busComplete required reportsOperate 2-way radio in accordance with federal, local and state regulationsOther duties as assigned by the Transportation Director and/or Transportation ManagersKnow the route and remain alert to monitor the welfare of studentsCooperate and communicate with school personnel, students, parents, and Transportation staffRead and interpret materials, such as safety rules, routes, and procedure manualsEducation, Experience, and Qualifications

　　High School graduate/GED equivalentMust be 18 years of agePossess good communications skillsMust pass the physical examination under requirements of IC 20-9-1, extensive criminal background, and complete PSM in the allotted time.Complete 22 hours of training with the driver trainer or designated personnelAttend all safety and training meetingsDemonstrate ability to open/close the service door and move up/down the steps on the busDemonstrate the ability to operate the lift, strap in wheelchairs, and fasten seat beltsMust walk students across the street at bus stopsGood judgment and problem-solving skillsAbility to maintain a high level of confidentialityObtain and keep current all required training and required certificationsSuccessful interview with Director of Transportation and/or Safety/Training ManagerSalary and Benefits

　　By contract, employees are hired as a substitute school bus monitor before being hired as a contracted school bus monitor with a permanent route, and benefits.

　　Payment Type: $12.05 per hour

　　Benefits: No benefits until placed in a permanent position

　　The Michigan City Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, or genetic information, which are classes protected by Federal and/or State law (collectively, "Protected Classes"). This includes the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs, and/or activities, or, if initially occurring off Corporation grounds or outside the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs and activities, affecting the Corporation's environment. For further information, clarification, or complaint, please contact the MCAS School Administration, 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at (219) 873-2000 for Title IX (gender equity related issues); or Special Education Director , 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at (219) 873-2000 for Section 504 (non-discrimination/disability issues and Americans with Disabilities). Any other information concerning the above policies may be obtained by contacting the Superintendent, Dr. Barbara Eason-Watkins, 408 S. Carroll Ave., Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at (219) 873-2000.