Bus Monitor - KIPP Nashville Public Schools

About KIPP Nashville Public Schools 

KIPP Nashville Public Schools is a network of high-performing, free, open enrollment K-12 schools that has been committed to positively affecting student outcomes in Nashville since 2005. KIPP Nashville is part of the acclaimed KIPP Network, which educates 100,000+ students nationwide and supports students from Pre-Kindergarten through college, career and beyond. Through the KIPP Forward program, our team helps students identify their career of highest aspiration and develop the skills and confidence to chase their dreams. KIPP Nashville currently operates 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools and we are excited to open our doors to more schools in 2024 and 2025 in response to strong community demand.

The mission of KIPP Nashville is together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our core values are GROWTH, TEAM, and SHINE. If you share in this belief and values, if you have a proven willingness to do what it takes for students to be their best, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, then you are already a KIPPster.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of a KIPP Nashville Bus Monitor include, but are not limited to:

• Meet and greet visitors, staff, and students with a smile 
• Ensure all students are seated, silent, and respectful throughout bus rides
• Communicate disciplinary issues to the Dean of Students
• Build positive and meaningful relationships with students and staff
• Support the bus driver as directed
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned

Partial Listing of Minimum Qualifications: 

• Holds successful experience with working with elementary and/or middle school aged children
• Demonstrates a mature, calm and responsible attitude in dealing with the students, and has the ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the general public
• Has considerable ability to communicate effectively (both orally and written), and to follow both oral and written instructions

Successful KIPP Nashville team members must have the following qualities:

• Believe deeply that all students can learn and deserve a high-quality education
• Team player
• Optimistic attitude
• Reflective and dedicated to personal growth
• Desires excellence for themselves and others around them 

 
Expectations of KIPP Nashville bus drivers and support staff:

• Arrive at school by 5: 30 a.m. for the morning route
• Arrive at school by 2:15 p.m. for the afternoon route
• Ride the morning and afternoon routes Monday-Friday.
• Participate in professional development

Supervision:

Work is performed under the continuing supervision of the Director of Transportation.

Compensation:

This position is non-exempt and follows a 10-month administrative schedule.

Please contact recruiting@kippnashville.org with any questions.

KIPP Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.