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Bus Aide Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Bus/Car Aide

Windsor, VA · On-site

$15/hr

Position Type: Support Staff/Bus/Car Aide Date Posted: 3/13/2024 Location: Transportation Date Available: 03/18/2024 Isle of Wight County Schools is seeking a Bus/Car Aide for the 2024-2025 school ...

Bus Drivers

Dinwiddie, VA · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Bus Aide if applicable Employment Terms: 10-Month Full-time Position (182 Contracted Days) Grade: Bus Driver Scale Position Summary Performs semi-skilled work driving a school bus, transporting ...

Bus Driver

Buena Vista, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

Prepares aides and children for bus drills and ensures bus evacuation drills are held as required. * In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates children according to written and practiced procedures ...

Bus Driver

Buena Vista, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

Prepares aides and children for bus drills and ensures bus evacuation drills are held as required. * In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates children according to written and practiced procedures ...

Bus Drivers

Lexington, VA · On-site

$15 - $20.50/hr

Bus Drivers Quicks Bus Company, a locally-owned bus company in the Staunton area, is currently seeking qualified, professional and service-oriented individuals to join our team as Drivers in either a ...

Charter Bus Driver

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$200 - $300/day

Charter Bus Driver Academy Bus has Charter Bus Driver positions available at our Norfolk, VA location. Every day is different with our unique clients which include professional and college sports ...

Academy Bus has Charter Bus Driver positions available at our Norfolk, VA location. Every day is different with our unique clients which include professional and college sports teams. $2500 SIGN ON ...

Charter Bus Driver

Richmond, VA · On-site

$200 - $300/day

Academy Bus has Charter Bus Driver positions available at our Richmond, VA location. Every day is different with our unique clients ranging from school groups and colleges to events and professional ...

Bus Drivers

Woodstock, VA

$17 - $23.25/hr

Bus Drivers Quicks Bus Company, a locally-owned bus company in the Staunton area, is currently seeking qualified, professional and service-oriented individuals to join our team as Drivers in either a ...

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How much do bus aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for bus aide in Virginia is $13.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.16 and $15.48 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.
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Infographic showing various Bus Aide job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 28% Full Time, 70% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $28,555 per year, or $13.7 per hour.

Bus Aide (Hourly) Continuously Hiring!

Fluvanna County Public Schools

Palmyra, VA • On-site

$15.75/hr

Full-time, Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Bus Aide

Fluvanna County Public Schools seek to hire hourly, part-time Bus Aides in the Transportation department.

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Location: Fluvanna County Public Schools Operations Center

Salary Range: $15.75 Hourly, Part-time, non-benefited position

Daily hours for this position are split throughout the day. Approximate times are 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Times may vary as needed.

Duties and assignments may vary depending on the changing needs of the school and school division.

Summary

Assists with the safety of handicapped students loading and unloading, and en route to and from school.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Operates hydraulic-life equipped bus for the purpose of loading and unloading of wheelchair confined students or others needing assistance.
  • Secures each student into his/her location with harnesses, seat belts, wheelchair locks or other safety equipment as required.
  • Maintains discipline in keeping with the school division regulations.
  • Instructs riders regarding being responsible passengers.
  • Reports personal absences in time for the supervisor to secure a substitute aide.
  • Knows the physical and/or emotional handicap of each student on the bus.
  • Is alert and exercises good judgment concerning emergencies, disabled vehicles and irregular special requests by parents of riders.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/Or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to operate radio communication when necessary and ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Virginia Driver's license.

High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Meet state requirements for appropriate licensing.

Meet State physical examination requirements.

Successfully completed the National Red Cross First Aid Course.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Evaluation

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of personnel.