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Bus Aide Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Coos Bay, OR As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students. You will assist the bus ...

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - White City, OR As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students. You will assist the bus ...

School Bus Monitor

Talent, OR · On-site

$15.86/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Talent, OR As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students. You will assist the bus ...

School Bus Monitor

Waldport, OR · On-site

$17.81 - $18.46/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Waldport, OR: As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students. You will assist the bus ...

School Bus Monitor

Toledo, OR · On-site

$17.81 - $18.46/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Toledo, OR: As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students. You will assist the bus ...

Bus Assistant

Malin, OR · On-site

$17 - $19.71/hr

Within 6 months from date of hire, must meet Oregon's Early Learning Divisions requirements for a Teacher Aide II. Pay Grade 1 on Pay Scale "C": Bus Assistant - CE * Meets Oregon's Early Learning ...

Bus Driver Substitute Application

Klamath Falls, OR · On-site

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

Substitute School Bus Driver This is a substitute position. Have the ability to operate a large school bus in a safe and lawful manner during varying weather, road and traffic conditions; and to ...

Bus Driver

Hood River, OR · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

Collaborate with monitors or aides (if applicable) to ensure a smooth transportation experience ... a School Bus Driver Certificate. • 15 hours of Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) training in actual ...

Bus Driver

Hood River, OR · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

Collaborate with monitors or aides (if applicable) to ensure a smooth transportation experience ... Bus Driver Certificate. 15 hours of Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) training in actual operation of the ...

Bus Driver

Hood River, OR · On-site

$19.42 - $28.52/hr

Collaborate with monitors or aides (if applicable) to ensure a smooth transportation experience ... a School Bus Driver Certificate. • 15 hours of Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) training in actual ...

Need school transportation near

Eugene, OR · On-site

$15.25 - $17/hr

Provide support to bus drivers and students during pick-up and drop-off. Maintain clean and orderly buses, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards. Collaborate with school staff and parents to ...

Need school transportation near

Monmouth, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $16.25/hr

Provide support to bus drivers and students during pick-up and drop-off. Maintain clean and orderly buses, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards. Collaborate with school staff and parents to ...

Need school transportation near

Ontario, OR · On-site

$13.25 - $15/hr

Provide support to bus drivers and students during pick-up and drop-off. Maintain clean and orderly buses, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards. Collaborate with school staff and parents to ...

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How much do bus aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for bus aide in Oregon is $14.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bus aide?

A bus aide provides support for the bus driver in supervising students who ride school buses, managing student behavior, and with addressing emergency situations. As a bus aide, your job duties include making sure students board and exit the bus in a safe and orderly manner, ensuring appropriate behavior from the children on the bus, helping students with special needs, and providing incident reports. You may also supervise children with special needs until their teacher or parents pick them up from their designated drop-off location at school or near their homes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bus aide?

To thrive as a Bus Aide, you need a basic understanding of student safety, first aid, and effective supervision, often supported by a high school diploma and sometimes CPR or first aid certification. Familiarity with bus safety procedures, communication systems, and sometimes specialized training for working with students with disabilities is typically required. Patience, strong communication, and a calm demeanor are essential soft skills for managing student behavior and ensuring a positive environment. These skills are crucial for maintaining safety, order, and a supportive atmosphere during student transportation.

What is the difference between Bus Aide vs Bus Driver?

AspectBus AideBus Driver
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some states require special training or certificationCommercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger endorsement; background check
Work EnvironmentAssist students on school buses, ensure safety, help with seating and behaviorOperate the bus, navigate routes, ensure safe transportation
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, transportation companiesSchool districts, private transportation services

While both roles are essential for student transportation, a Bus Aide primarily supports students' safety and comfort, whereas a Bus Driver is responsible for operating the vehicle and navigating routes. Both positions require specific credentials and work closely within the school transportation environment.

What challenges does a bus aide face during a typical school day, and how can they be managed?

Bus Aides often encounter challenges such as managing student behavior, assisting students with special needs, and ensuring safety during transit. To address these, it's important to build rapport with students, remain patient and calm under pressure, and follow established protocols for handling emergencies and conflicts. Effective communication with the bus driver and school staff is also essential for creating a supportive, safe environment on the bus.
What are the most commonly searched types of Bus jobs in Oregon? The most popular types of Bus jobs in Oregon are:
What are popular job titles related to Bus Aide jobs in Oregon? For Bus Aide jobs in Oregon, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What cities in Oregon are hiring for Bus Aide jobs? Cities in Oregon with the most Bus Aide job openings:
Infographic showing various Bus Aide job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% Full Time, 85% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $30,453 per year, or $14.6 per hour.

School Bus Monitor

First Student

Coos Bay, OR • On-site

$17/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago


First Student rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 317 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 77 rated education support services


Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Coos Bay, OR

As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students. You will assist the bus driver in providing an excellent and safe journey for students to and from school.

No experience as a School Bus Monitor is required! We will guide you with our industry-leading safety and training programs.

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor?

  • Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
  • Hourly Rate: $17.00 per hour
  • Training Hourly Rate: $17.00 per hour
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
  • Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers.
  • Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
  • Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
  • Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.

Your day as a School Bus Monitor/Aide will include:

  • Help students safely board and exit the bus
  • Assist children with special needs during transport
  • Ensure students remain seated and follow bus safety rules
  • Communicate with the driver to maintain a safe, calm ride
  • Provide care and encouragement to students each day

School Bus Monitor/Aide qualifications:

  • At least 21 years of age
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work flexible split shifts (AM/PM).
  • Physical ability to assist students and perform emergency procedures.
  • CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
  • Friendly, reliable, and patient working with children
  • Team-oriented with a focus on safety

Apply today and become a valued part of the school community!


First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.


In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

Company Description

About us
An industry leader famous for our yellow school buses and service and safety excellence, we’ve provided student transportation services to schools for over 100 years. Continually investing in the services of the future, we’re proud to be part of FirstGroup America – the largest provider of safe, reliable and sustainable surface passenger transportation services in North America.

Industry leader
We safely operate more than one third of all contracted school buses in North America.
Together our 50,000 school buses travel nearly 600 million miles per year — the equivalent of 1,200 round trips to the moon.
We operate in around 550 locations throughout 38 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces.

Innovation
We were the first school bus company to utilize global positioning systems (GPS), so at any one time we know where all of our buses are and how fast they’re travelling.
Passionate about safety, we’ve installed Safety Crossing Gates on the front of all of our school buses and use the Child Check-MateTM electronic reminder system to make sure no sleeping children remain inside a bus at the end of each route.

Awards & recognition
We won the Occupational Excellence Achievement Award from the National Safety Council two years in a row.
Dedicated to safety, FirstGroup received the National Safety Council’s (NSC) Green Cross for Safety Medal - the highest award for safety in North America.

Teamwork and trust
It takes a diverse team of skilled professionals to provide a safe, effective and efficient student transportation system. From our school bus drivers and location managers to routers, dispatchers and fleet technician mechanics, the work we do every day makes a big impact on the daily lives of students, parents, local communities and school district partners.

We’re very proud of our elite team of over 55,000 dedicated, caring and diverse professionals. And they are the #1 reason we’re trusted by over 1,400 school districts - more than any other provider. Everybody here plays their part in creating a positive school bus experience.

Our culture
We live and breathe our vision and values. They are embedded in our culture and drive our commitment to our customers and communities. Our culture fosters growth and promotes respect, reliability, responsibility and safety. And we recruit people who share these values and will work together to build strong and trusting partnerships in the communities we serve.

Safety – Although our safety record is twice as safe as the industry average, we continually seek out opportunities to enhance our operational and safety initiatives.
Learning – Through our learning culture that spans over 550 locations, we receive and share insight from our people to enhance our service now and in the future.
Making a difference - By doing our job well, we make a positive impact on many lives – including the millions of students who travel with us every school day.
Careers for all – We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Employer of Choice.
By consistently encouraging and supporting an open dialogue with our people and partners, we’re able to share new ideas and develop new ways to meet the needs of our customers and passengers. At First Student, you’ll feel empowered to serve your community. So join the team and start to make a difference.


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