Location: FFSD Transportation Depot District-Wide Routes
Status: 188-Day Academic Calendar Support Staff Non-Exempt (FLSA)
In Ferguson-Florissant, we know that a safe journey requires more than just a skilled driver, it requires a dedicated professional to manage the heart of the bus. We are looking for patient, observant, and high-energy Bus Monitors to join our transportation team. You aren't just an "assistant"; you are a safety leader, a conflict-resolver, and a friendly face who ensures our scholars feel secure and respected from the moment they step on board until they reach their destination.
If you have a gift for working with children and want to play a vital role in our students' daily success, your next chapter starts here.
As a School Bus Monitor, you work as a cohesive team with the Bus Driver to provide a safe, secure, and positive environment on the bus. Your primary focus is student management—assisting with safe boarding, securing safety restraints for our youngest learners (Head Start/Early Childhood), and proactively managing behavior to reduce driver distractions. You are the "eyes and ears" on the bus floor, ensuring that every student follows safety protocols while feeling supported.
- Mature Professionalism: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- The "Peace-Maker": You have experience in defusing confrontational situations and possess the tact, diplomacy, and good judgment to handle student and parent interactions with grace.
- Child Development Savvy: You have a genuine knowledge and understanding of school-age children and their developmental needs.
- Team-Oriented Mindset: You excel at working alongside a driver, providing the "assist" needed to keep the route efficient and safe.
- Physical Readiness: You are able to stand, walk, sit, and reach with ease. You must be able to kneel and crouch (to secure safety restraints) and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
- Safety Stewardship: Assist with daily inspections of the passenger area and ensure all Child Safety Restraints (CSR) are in perfect working order and properly secured.
- Climate Management: Monitor student behavior to create a calm atmosphere, resolving minor conflicts and using restorative strategies to keep students engaged and safe.
- Route Expert: Maintain a deep knowledge of your assigned route and the specific needs/stops of every student on board.
- Emergency Response: Act as a critical leader during emergency evacuations, assisting the driver and students in staying calm and moving quickly to safety.
- Accurate Reporting: Complete necessary Bus Referrals and Incident Reports with clarity and professionalism to keep building administrators informed of student progress.
- Primary Support: School Bus Driver
- Operational Leadership: Transportation Director and Unit Administrators
- Classification: Support Staff 188-Day Work Calendar (Summers and school breaks off!).
- Work Environment: The school bus environment; requires the ability to thrive in a high-activity, moderate-noise setting.
- Benefits: Full-time Eligibility (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, & PEERS Retirement).
We don't just hire monitors; we invest in the people who protect our mission.
- Schedule Stability: Enjoy a work schedule that matches the student calendar—perfect for those who value family time or pursuing further education.
- Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to our Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic for your wellness.
- Time to Recharge & Recover: 188-day monitors benefit from 6 designated sick days and 3 personal days annually to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Future Planning: Participation in the PEERS retirement system and district-provided Life Insurance.
- A Culture of Belonging: Join a team that values culture, diversity, and ethnicity, fostering professional relationships built on mutual respect.
The Ferguson-Florissant Transportation Department believes that safety is a shared responsibility. We take pride in our ability to provide a "Safety Zone" for our 10,000 students. We are fiercely committed to creating a transportation experience that is as professional and caring as our classrooms.
- Application Deadline: Until Filled
Ready to be the guardian of the journey? Join our fantastic team today!
