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Contractual First Student Bus Monitor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $19.00 - $20.00 per hour * Training Rate: $16 * Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life ...

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School Bus Monitor

Helena, MT · On-site

$21.55/hr

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School Bus Monitor

Highland, IL · On-site

$15.97 - $18.80/hr

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Bus Monitor/Aide

Absecon, NJ · On-site

$16.61/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $16.61 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.92 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $19.00 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $17.45 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.92 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

Bus Monitor/Aide

Wallkill, NY · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $17.00 - $18.00 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage ...

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $17 per hour * 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match. * Part-time, flexible ...

Bus Monitor/Aide

Newark, NJ · On-site

$15.92/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $15.92 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.92 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Plattsmouth, NE As a First Student Part Time School Bus Monitor you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport.

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Urbana, IL As a First Student Part Time School Bus Monitor you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You ...

School Bus Monitor

Moberly, MO · On-site

$15.30/hr

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Vernon, MO As a First Student Part Time School Bus Monitor you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students ...

Bus Monitor/Aide

Rome, NY · On-site

$19 - $19.75/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $19.00 per hour - $19.75 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or ...

Bus Monitor/Aide

Lawnside, NJ · On-site

$18.20/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $18.20 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.92 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

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How much do contractual first student bus monitor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual first student bus monitor in the United States is $14.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual First Student Bus Monitor vs Contractual School Bus Driver?

AspectContractual First Student Bus MonitorContractual School Bus Driver
Required CertificationsStudent transportation or safety training, CPR/First AidCommercial Driver's License (CDL), student transportation training, CPR/First Aid
Work EnvironmentOn the bus, supervising students, ensuring safetyDriving the bus, supervising students, maintaining safety
Employer & Industry UsageSchool transportation services, primarily supervising studentsSchool districts, transportation companies, driving routes

The main difference is that Contractual First Student Bus Monitors focus on supervising students and ensuring safety without driving, while Contractual School Bus Drivers are responsible for operating the bus and transporting students. Both roles require safety training and certifications, but drivers need a CDL license. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right position in school transportation.

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Infographic showing various Contractual First Student Bus Monitor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,840 per year, or $14.8 per hour.
Bus Monitor/Aide

Bus Monitor/Aide

First Student

Fultonville, NY

$19 - $20/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago


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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 302 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Amsterdam School District, Fultonville, New York

Sign-On Bonus: $500*

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.

Stop by and see us for Walk-In Wednesday's-First Student 151 Riverside Drive, Fultonville, NY 12072. 10am - 1pm every Wednesday!

Fill out an application and get your questions answered!

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor?

  • Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
  • Hourly Rate: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
  • Training Rate: $16
  • 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!

*Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer expires 3/31/2026.


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.


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