SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL MONITORS

This work involves responsibility for the routine supervision and care of school-age children as well as the maintenance of order and discipline in a school. Walking hallways and issuing passes are typical activities of the position. A School Monitor may have responsibility for maintaining order on school buses, supervising the conduct of problem students and interceding in student altercations. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a school principal or guidance counselor. The class School Monitor differs from that of Teacher Aide in that it does not involve duties of an instructional nature which require a specific knowledge, skill or ability.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITES: The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.

1. Patrols school lobbies and corridors;
2. Maintains order in hallways, study halls, dining areas, gymnasiums, locker rooms, swimming pools and activity areas;
3. Issues and checks passes;
4. Supervises and/or attempts to calm students removed from class for disciplinary reasons;
5. Intervenes in classroom confrontations and student fights and if necessary, may help subdue students whose conduct presents an actual danger to themselves or others;
6. Checks storage rooms, lavatories, etc., for students reported missing from class;
7. Reminds students of infirmary visits and other appointments;
8. Escorts students to and from special appointments;
9. Informs superiors of observations of student behavior;
10. Oversees students passing between classes in locker rooms and on premises before and after school;
11. Monitors students in parking lots and supervises the loading of buses;
12. May be assigned to accompany students to and from school to maintain order on buses;
13. May collect attendance reports;
14. May assist in rendering first aid in emergencies;
15. May help children in lower grades with wearing apparel.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to get along well with school-age children and command their respect;
• Familiarity with classroom routine; good observation;
• Personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: No minimum qualifications.
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma preferred.

Civil Service Eligibility Required

SCHOOL MONITORS

This work involves responsibility for the routine supervision and care of school-age children as well as the maintenance of order and discipline in a school. Walking hallways and issuing passes are typical activities of the position. A School Monitor may have responsibility for maintaining order on school buses, supervising the conduct of problem students and interceding in student altercations. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a school principal or guidance counselor. The class School Monitor differs from that of Teacher Aide in that it does not involve duties of an instructional nature which require a specific knowledge, skill or ability.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITES: The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.

1. Patrols school lobbies and corridors;
2. Maintains order in hallways, study halls, dining areas, gymnasiums, locker rooms, swimming pools and activity areas;
3. Issues and checks passes;
4. Supervises and/or attempts to calm students removed from class for disciplinary reasons;
5. Intervenes in classroom confrontations and student fights and if necessary, may help subdue students whose conduct presents an actual danger to themselves or others;
6. Checks storage rooms, lavatories, etc., for students reported missing from class;
7. Reminds students of infirmary visits and other appointments;
8. Escorts students to and from special appointments;
9. Informs superiors of observations of student behavior;
10. Oversees students passing between classes in locker rooms and on premises before and after school;
11. Monitors students in parking lots and supervises the loading of buses;
12. May be assigned to accompany students to and from school to maintain order on buses;
13. May collect attendance reports;
14. May assist in rendering first aid in emergencies;
15. May help children in lower grades with wearing apparel.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to get along well with school-age children and command their respect;
• Familiarity with classroom routine; good observation;
• Personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: No minimum qualifications.
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma preferred.

Civil Service Eligibility Required

BUS DRIVER - DISPATCHER

This position involves responsibility for dispatching buses, scheduling drivers, keeping time records, collecting bus fare monies, and occasional bus driving. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level employee. Direction is exercised over Bus Drivers.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Dispatches buses and drivers on assigned routes;
2. Keeps time records on drivers, recording time in, time out, lunch breaks, and overtime;
3. Schedules drivers, ensuring proper shift rotation and coverage for all bus routes;
4. Instructs new drivers in procedures and the proper use of equipment;
5. Answers telephones and gives information on bus schedules and routes and receives and checks complaints;
6. May operate a bus on a regular schedule and/or on special occasions;
7. May conduct annual road and written tests of bus drivers (If 19-A Certified, please see special requirements);
8. Does related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Good knowledge of business arithmetic and business English;
• Ability to drive a bus;
• Ability to direct the work of others through radio communication;
• Ability to get along well with others;
• Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively;
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Ability to maintain records;
• Tact, courtesy, good judgment;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one (1) year of experience driving a bus with experience in the use of two-way radio equipment. Any work experience may be substituted for formal education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid appropriate level Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required;  
• 19-A Examiner Certification and School Bus Driver Instructor (SBDI) Certification preferred.

NOTE: In school districts drivers must be at least 2l years of age. In addition, candidates must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education. Where applicable, all candidates must meet the requirements for Bus Drivers set forth in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law and any other statutory requirements that apply.

HEALTH AIDES

(2025-2026)

This work involves direct, daily contact with students. Incumbents of this position may also be employed to provide one-on-one service for students with special needs.

• Provides direct one to one service to students with special needs with activities that might be necessary as described in IEPs; duties may include escorting child in and out of building at start and end of school day; assisting child at recess and during fire drills or other emergencies; assisting with toilet skills and eating lunch;
• May assist in planning and setting up bulletin boards and other educational programs.

Requirements:

• NYS Fingerprinting clearance required;
• High School graduate/GED preferred;
• Prior experience preferred.

$18.45/hour

Civil Service Eligibility Required

BUS MONITORS

This work involves responsibility for the routine supervision and care of school-age children as well as the maintaining order on school buses, supervising the conduct of problem students and interceding in student altercations.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Monitors students in parking lots and supervises the loading of buses;
2. Accompanies students to and from school to maintain order on buses;
3. Supervises and/or attempts to calm students;
4. Informs superiors of observations of student behavior;
5. May assist in rendering first aid in emergencies.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to get along well with school-age children and command their respect;
• Good observation;
• Personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position:
  • Standard #1: Bus Steps - 3 trips up & down the bus steps in 30 seconds
  • Standard #2: Door - Manually open and close entrance door 3 times
  • Standard #3: Emergency Exit – From Driver Seat and out Exit in 20 seconds
  • Standard #4: Weight Drag – 125 lbs 30 feet in 30 seconds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

No minimum qualifications

$17.20/hour

Candidates must pass NYSED School Bus Driver Physical Performance Test

and Background Check per NY State Requirements

BUS DRIVERS

This is manual work of average difficulty requiring skill in the operation of an automotive vehicle used to transport students and/or passengers. The operator is responsible for the safety and conduct of the passengers. The work is performed under general supervision with considerable leeway allowed to the operator for independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Operates a school bus or other bus on regular schedule and/or on special occasions;
2. Checks the operating condition of the bus before starting on a trip;
3. Reports any mechanical defect to immediate superior;
4. Checks and fills vehicle with fuel;
5. Instructs students or adult passengers about safety practices when entering and/or leaving bus;
6. Maintains orderly conduct of students or adult passengers while on bus;
7. Completes accident and vehicle maintenance reports;
8. May clean interior and exterior of assigned vehicle;
9. May be required to perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle;
10. May be required to administer first aid to students or adult passengers injured on bus;
11. May install and remove tire chains when necessary;
12. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a valid appropriate level Driver License or Commercial Driver License at the time of appointment (varies by appointing authority).

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations;
• Ability to operate a bus under all driving and road conditions;
• Ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle;
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions;
• Ability to get along well with students and/or adult passengers and command their respect;
• Mechanical aptitude;
• Mental alertness; dependability;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position:
  • Standard #1: Bus Steps - 3 trips up & down the bus steps in 30 seconds
  • Standard #2: Throttle to Brake - 10 Throttle to Brake Cycles in 10 seconds
  • Standard #3: Brake/Clutch - Hold Brake 3 Seconds 5 Times/Hold Clutch throughout
  • Standard #4: Door - Manually open and close entrance door 3 times
  • Standard #5: Hand Controls – Wheel to Control to Wheel in 8 seconds (4 times)
  • Standard #6: Emergency Exit – From Driver Seat and out Exit in 20 seconds
  • Standard #7: Weight Drag – 125 lbs 30 feet in 30 seconds

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

In School Districts, drivers must be at least 21 years of age.

In addition, candidates must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education.

Where applicable, all candidates must meet the requirements for Bus Drivers set forth in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law and any other statutory requirements that apply.

$27.00/hour

Candidates must pass NYSED School Bus Driver Physical Performance Test

and Background Check per NY State Requirements

FOOD SERVICE HELPER

(2025-2026)

1 Position

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is an entry-level position involving assistance in the preparation and service of food and the cleaning of kitchen equipment. Workers in this class may be required to perform cooking duties involving lesser degrees of skill than regularly required in the classifications of Cook and Assistant Cook. Supervision is received from higher-level employees. Supervision is normally not a function of this class.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to acquire knowledge of large-scale preparation, cooking and serving of food and the care of tableware, glassware, and kitchen appliances;
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Cleanliness and neatness;
• Ability to relate well to others; courtesy;
• Tact;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Assists cooks in phases of food preparation involving lesser degrees of skill than those of Cook or Assistant Cooks;
2. Assists in the preparation of salads and desserts;
3. Cleans, washes, and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruits for cooking;
4. Washes dishes, pots, and pans by hand or machine;
5. Sweeps, mops, and cleans kitchen or dining areas;
6. Cleans work areas and equipment such as counters, trays, tray carts, hot food tables, coffee urns, toasters, etc.;
7. Handles food and equipment in accordance with sanitary practices;
8. Fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers;
9. Attends in-service training sessions;
10. May act as a monitor during breakfast program, escorting students to and from cafeteria, and maintaining order in dining area;
11. May polish silverware and clean closets containing dishes or linens;
12. May place food on trays according to menu and diet requirements and substitutions as required;
13. May deliver trays to patient floors and make nourishments according to directions of recipe and diet;
14. May serve late or "hold" trays;
15. May assemble items for bag lunches;
16. May set tables and clear them after meals;
17. May act as cashier;
18. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None

SUBSTITUTE FOOD SERVICE HELPERS

(2025-2026)

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is an entry-level position involving assistance in the preparation and service of food and the cleaning of kitchen equipment. Workers in this class may be required to perform cooking duties involving lesser degrees of skill than regularly required in the classifications of Cook and Assistant Cook. Supervision is received from higher-level employees. Supervision is normally not a function of this class.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to acquire knowledge of large-scale preparation, cooking and serving of food and the care of tableware, glassware, and kitchen appliances;
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Cleanliness and neatness;
• Ability to relate well to others; courtesy;
• Tact;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Assists cooks in phases of food preparation involving lesser degrees of skill than those of Cook or Assistant Cooks;
2. Assists in the preparation of salads and desserts;
3. Cleans, washes, and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruits for cooking;
4. Washes dishes, pots, and pans by hand or machine;
5. Sweeps, mops, and cleans kitchen or dining areas;
6. Cleans work areas and equipment such as counters, trays, tray carts, hot food tables, coffee urns, toasters, etc.;
7. Handles food and equipment in accordance with sanitary practices;
8. Fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers;
9. Attends in-service training sessions;
10. May act as a monitor during breakfast program, escorting students to and from cafeteria, and maintaining order in dining area;
11. May polish silverware and clean closets containing dishes or linens;
12. May place food on trays according to menu and diet requirements and substitutions as required;
13. May deliver trays to patient floors and make nourishments according to directions of recipe and diet;
14. May serve late or "hold" trays;
15. May assemble items for bag lunches;
16. May set tables and clear them after meals;
17. May act as cashier;
18. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None

The Beacon City School District seeks candidates who are NYS Certified and/or who are currently enrolled as an Education Major in an accredited College or University to provide instruction in all subject areas to the District’s Elementary Schools on a per diem needed basis.  Must have the knowledge and the ability to use various virtual platforms as needed in relation to the position.

Daily compensation rates:

• Non-certified substitutes: $90/day
• NYS certified substitutes: $115/day
• Retired Beacon Teachers’ Association substitutes: $125/day

Compensation Per BTA Contract

The Beacon City School District seeks candidates who are NYS Certified and/or who are currently enrolled as an Education Major in an accredited College or University to provide instruction in all subject areas to the District’s High School and Middle School on a per diem needed basis.  Must have the knowledge and the ability to use various virtual platforms as needed in relation to the position.

Daily compensation rates:

• Non-certified substitutes: $90/day
• NYS certified substitutes: $115/day
• Retired Beacon Teachers’ Association substitutes: $125/day

Compensation Per BTA Contract

This position, which falls in the unclassified service, assists a certified school teacher by providing instructional and support services directly to students. The incumbent, depending on assignment, may perform such duties as leading small groups in exercises, re-teaching or reinforcing concepts to individuals or groups, catching students up with the class after absences, leading computer labs, or assisting students with social adjustment to the school setting. This position differs from Teacher Aide by virtue of its direct contact with students in activities which are instructional, corrective or evaluative in nature. The work is performed under the general supervision of a certified school teacher or other professional staff.

Requirements:

• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred;
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff and administrators;
• Knowledge/experience in secondary education preferred;
• Knowledge/experience in supporting diverse learner needs preferred;
• Familiar with NYS teaching standards and teaching practices.

NYS Teaching Assistant Certification Required

Compensation per BPA Contract