About the role
Position Summary
Cathay Express Transportation is hiring School Bus Monitors/Attendants to assist drivers with the safe transportation and supervision of students attending nonpublic and special education programs.
Responsibilities
* Supervise students while the vehicle is in service. * Assist students with boarding and exiting the vehicle. * Help students use seat belts, car seats, harnesses, wheelchair securements, and other safety equipment when trained and assigned. * Sit near and provide direct assistance to an individually assigned student when required. * Reinforce safety expectations and promptly report behavioral or safety concerns. * Assist the driver and students during accidents, evacuations, or other emergencies. * Help keep the passenger area clean and orderly. * Maintain a professional appearance and courteous attitude with students, families, school personnel, and the public. * Wear required identification and attend orientation, safety meetings, and refresher training. * Follow all Cathay, district, Nassau BOCES, and New York State requirements.
Qualifications
* At least 21 years old. * Able to speak, understand, and write English. * Able to pass required fingerprinting, background checks, and district approval. * Available for morning and afternoon split shifts. * Able to complete required school bus safety and special-needs transportation training. * Physically able to assist students with boarding, safety equipment, and emergency evacuation. * Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities preferred.
Benefits
* Competitive Pay * Signing Bonus * 401K with match * Paid Holidays * Health/Dental/Vision Insurance * Paid Training
Employment and scheduled hours are subject to district route assignments and approval. Cathay Express Transportation is an equal opportunity employer.