What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Monitor position at Community Action of Washington County?
Job Title:
Bus Monitor
Company Background:
Community Action is a non-profit organization that provides critical services to low-income families in the areas of housing, homeless services, economic empowerment, family development, and early childhood care and education. Community Action leads the way to eliminate conditions of poverty and create opportunities for people in the Washington County area. Be the change you want!
Job Position Description:
Community Action is seeking a dedicated and safety-focused Bus Monitor to join our team! In this vital role, you'll ensure a safe, positive, and engaging experience for children during their bus rides to and from school. Our Head Start program operates during the school year (August-May). This is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of young children and their families in our community.
Abbreviated Duties List:
- Child Safety & Supervision: Ride the bus daily, ensuring children are safely picked up, correctly fastened in their seats, and properly released to authorized guardians.
- Positive Environment: Maintain a safe, healthy, and orderly environment on the bus, using developmentally appropriate guidance to create a positive atmosphere.
- Family Connection: Interact with parents in a respectful and confidential manner, building a positive link between home and school.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the bus driver to ensure routes run on time and assist with keeping the bus clean and organized.
- Classroom Support: Regularly assist in the classroom, providing support to students and program staff as needed.
- Adherence to Standards: Strictly follow all safety policies, program/agency code of ethics, and program procedures at all times.
Abbreviated Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to successfully pass applicable background and Oregon Central Background Registry checks prior to employment.
- Completion of appropriate Fit for Duty and TB Testing according to Head Start regulations prior to hire.
- Must complete Program Training within 30 days of hire.
Licenses and Certifications (or acquired within the specified timeframe):
- Current Oregon Registry Step Certificate (or acquired within 90 days of hire).
- Current First Aid/CPR certification (or acquired within 90 days of hire).
- Current Oregon Food Handler Card (or acquired within 30 days of hire).
- All state licensing requirements for program staff (or acquired within 30 days of hire).
What Will Make You Stand Out:
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (both oral and written)
- Prior experience working with children ages 3-5.
How to Apply: Apply online directly at https://caowash.applicantpro.com/jobs/. The full job description and additional job details can be found there. Physical applications are also accepted at any of our Multi-Service Center locations.
Special Note on Central Background Registry Requirement:
To be offered any position within our Head Start program, you must be currently enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry. If you are not currently enrolled, you may still be considered for this position, but no offer of employment may be extended to you until this requirement has been completed. For information on how to enroll in Oregon's Central Background Registry, please visit www.childcareinoregon.org or call the Office of Child Care at 1.800.556.6616.