School Bus Monitor

Canadian Academy is one of the most well-established international schools in Asia, established in 1913 and today welcoming over 650 students from around the world to its campus on Rokko Island. We are seeking a SCHOOL BUS MONITOR who will be responsible for ensuring that students participating in the school bus program travel to and from campus in a calm and safe environment. Classification: Hourly Part-Time Staff Reporting to: Head of Operations & School Bus Supervisor Working Hours: Morning from pick-up by the school bus (circa 6:30am) to arrival at campus (circa 8:15am) Afternoon from departure from CA campus (circa 3:35pm, 2:35pm on Wednesdays) to drop-off (circa 5:15pm, 4:15pm on Wednesdays) On days when school is in session Contract Period: September 1, 2024 – June 12, 2025 Miscellaneous: Prior to their start date, all employees shall be required to furnish references to the school and complete child protection training, sign the school’s code of conduct, complete a pre-employment medical form, and undergo a criminal background check. The employee will be asked to complete a daily timesheet, to be submitted and paid on the 25th of the following month. Roles & Responsibilities: - Ensure that all students riding the bus are following the Rules and Expectations as follows – students are required to: - Follow instructions provided by the bus monitor, driver, or other school personnel at all times. - Remain seated with seat belts fastened at all times. Switching seats is not allowed. - Refrain from loud or disruptive behavior that may distract the bus driver. - Keep all body parts and personal objects inside the bus. - Be respectful to all passengers and staff members. - Refrain from eating or drinking on the bus or in the loading zone. - Support any students who may feel uncomfortable or unwell on the bus ride. - Maintain order in the bus, issue cautions to students who may be misbehaving, and, only when necessary, move students to different seats if and when it is safe to do so. - Take student attendance on each bus ride. - Communicate with families as required using the bus cell phone. In particular, students in Grade 2 and below must be picked up by a parent or caregiver at their bus stop in the afternoon. The bus monitor must contact the family if there is no one to collect them at the stop. - Report any concerns or issues to the Head of Operations for follow-up as appropriate with the school. - Check the status of the bus at the end of each ride, to ensure that no property or passengers are left behind, and to ensure the general order and cleanliness of the vehicle. CA Mission & Values: All employees are expected to perform the duties of their employment conscientiously and in alignment with the School’s Core Values, Mission, and Objectives. Child Protection: It is the goal of the Canadian Academy to maintain a school environment for all students free from abuse. All Canadian Academy employees share a collective responsibility for the safety of Canadian Academy students. No Canadian Academy employee may engage in any activity constituting abuse. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. General Terms & Conditions: All employees of Canadian Academy are required to comply with the school’s Code of Conduct and all other school policies. This role also includes any duties other than those listed above which may reasonably be requested by the supervisor or the Head of School. The School reserves the right to update this Job Description from time to time depending on evolving organizational needs.

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