About this role
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Bus Monitor is responsible for helping ensure the safety, security, and well-being of children and youth while they are traveling on a school, community, or recreational bus. The monitor supports the driver by supervising passengers, maintaining a positive and respectful environment, and responding appropriately to behavioral or safety concerns.
KEY RESPONSIBITIES
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Supervise youth while boarding, riding, and exiting the bus.
• Ensure passengers remain seated and follow all bus safety rules.
• Track attendance
• Lead the Bus Group Chat
• Assist youth who may need additional support.
• Monitor behavior and address conflicts or inappropriate conduct calmly and respectfully.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all passengers.
• Assist with safe loading and unloading of passengers at designated locations.
• Communicate safety concerns, incidents, or behavioral issues to the bus driver and appropriate supervisor.
• Follow established emergency, transportation procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding youth, families, and organizational information.
• Complete incident reports or other required documentation when necessary.
• Work cooperatively with drivers, program staff, parents/guardians, and supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
• Must be a current E-Learning High School Student
• Experience working with youth is an asset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Ability to establish appropriate boundaries with children and youth.
• Reliable, responsible, and punctual.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and organizational policies.
• Current First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, HSC3000 certification is an asset.
• Successful completion of any required background or vulnerable-sector screening.
ABOUT FORT MCKAY The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.
HOW TO APPLY: ONLINE: Job Board - Fort McKay First Nation Closing Date: Open Until Filled Please indicate Competition #067-2026
Check us out on social media -> Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter & Instagram or www.fortmckay.com Qualified candidates are invited to apply with a comprehensive resume detailing qualifications and experience as it relates to the position of interest.
*Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.