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First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Paxton, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Paxton, 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 ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Sikeston, MO · On-site

$15/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Sikeston, 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 ...

First Student

Bus Monitor/Aide

River Edge, NJ

$19.15/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $19.15 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $18.15 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

First Student

Bus Monitor/Aide

Gouverneur, NY

$18.83 - $19.83/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $18.83/HR - $19.83/HR * Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage ...

First Student

School Bus Monitor

Helena, MT · On-site

$21.55/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications. * Hourly Rate : $16.25 per hour, based on School Bus Monitor experience* * Increase hourly rate ...

First Student

Bus Monitor/Aide

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16.25/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Hourly Rate : $16.25/HR * Monthly Attendance Bonus* * 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match. * Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Sharonville, OH · On-site

$14.50/hr

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' day with ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

West Plains, MO · On-site

$15.20/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for West Plains, 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.

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Westville, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Westiville, 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.

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Urbana, IL · On-site

$16.48/hr

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 ...

First Student

Bus Monitor/Aide

New Hope, PA

$18.90/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $18.90 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$18.03/hr

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' day with ...

First Student

Bus Monitor/Aide

Swiftwater, PA · On-site

$17.60/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $17.60 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Highland, IL · On-site

$15.97 - $18.80/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Highland, 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 ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Ames, IA · On-site

$14.48/hr

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' day with ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Park Hills, MO · On-site

$15/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Park Hills, 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.

First Student

Bus Monitor/Aide

Darby, PA

$17.67/hr

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor? * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $17.67 per hour * Training Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour * Medical, Dental, Vision ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Bowling Green, MO · On-site

$16/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Bowling Green, 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.

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Monitor

Moberly, MO · On-site

$15.30/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Moberly, 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 ...

First Student

Bus Monitor/Aide

Colmar, PA

$19/hr

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 ...

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

As of Jul 21, 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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School Bus Monitor

School Bus Monitor

First Student, Inc.

Paxton, IL • On-site

$15/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

First Student rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 313 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 75 rated education support services

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitor for Paxton, 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 will be there at the start of the students' day with before-school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.
No experience as a school bus monitor is required! We're proud to train you with our industry-leading technology to help you succeed.
Your day will include:
  • A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in between.

  • A guaranteed hours, no working nights or weekends unless you want to.

  • Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available.

School Bus Monitor benefits:
  • $15.00/ hour starting wage, based on School Bus Monitor experience.

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)

  • No experience necessary.

For our Bus Monitor roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:
  • Do not have a college degree or high school diploma.

  • Have military experience.

  • Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job.

  • Are retirees.

  • Are looking to jump start a new career.

You might be a good fit if you:
  • Are looking for a part-time schedule.

  • Enjoy working with students.

  • Are at least 21 years old.

  • Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
*Conditions apply; see locations for details.
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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