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Greene County CSD

School Bus Driver

Jefferson, IA · On-site

$45.35/hr

School Bus Driver Location: Greene County Community School District - Jefferson, Iowa Job Type ... Paid training and CDL assistance available * School calendar schedule with holidays and summers off ...

Sunrise Transportation

School Bus Driver

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

School Bus Transportation Driver Lakeview Bus Lines is actively hiring school bus drivers for their ... without assistance • Move up and down stairs easily • Reach overhead and below the knees ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Rantoul, IL · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For: * Retirees looking for supplemental income * Stay-at-home ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Rantoul, IL · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For: * Retirees looking for supplemental income * Stay-at-home ...

Sunrise Transportation

School Bus Driver

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

School Bus Transportation Driver Lakeview Bus Lines is actively hiring school bus drivers for their ... without assistance • Move up and down stairs easily • Reach overhead and below the knees ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Rantoul, IL · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For: * Retirees looking for supplemental income * Stay-at-home ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Stamford, CT · On-site

$92/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... Your day as a School Bus Driver will include: * Safely transport students to and from school and ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Stamford, CT · On-site

$92/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... Your day as a School Bus Driver will include: * Safely transport students to and from school and ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Hamden, CT · On-site

$275/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... Your day as a School Bus Driver will include: * Safely transport students to and from school and ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Rantoul, IL · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For: * Retirees looking for supplemental income * Stay-at-home ...

Distinctive Schools

School Bus Driver

Chicago, IL

$42K/yr

Position Title: School Bus Driver Location: Split between CICS Bucktown- 2235 N Hamilton Ave, ... level without assistance. Move up and down stairs easily. Reach overhead and below the knees ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Hamden, CT · On-site

$275/hr

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related ... Your day as a School Bus Driver will include: * Safely transport students to and from school and ...

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How much do school bus assistance jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for school bus assistance in the United States is $15.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between School Bus Assistance vs School Bus Driver?

AspectSchool Bus AssistanceSchool Bus Driver
Required CredentialsMay require a background check and basic trainingCommercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements
Work EnvironmentAssist with loading/unloading students, ensure safety protocols, work alongside driversOperate the bus, transport students, follow traffic laws
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, transportation companiesSchool districts, private transportation services

School Bus Assistance roles focus on supporting bus drivers by helping with student safety and bus operations, often requiring less formal licensing. School Bus Drivers are responsible for operating the vehicle and transporting students, requiring a CDL. Both roles are essential in school transportation but differ mainly in responsibilities and certification requirements.

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School Bus Monitor

Washington, IL • On-site

Central School District 51
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$20.75/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff
Date Posted:
8/13/2026
Location:
Central School District 51
Date Available:
08/17/2026
TITLE: Bus Monitor (Part-Time)
RATE: $20.75/hr
- 12 Paid Sick Days per Full School Year
- 3 Paid Personal Days per Full School Year
- IMRF Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account Option
- Employee Assistance Program
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must be able to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Must have the ability to interact well with students and staff.
  • Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director and Superintendent
JOB GOAL: Ensures that the student is placed safely in the appropriate child safety restraint system before transport to and from school. Rides with students to ensure their safety during transport; ability to support students with any special needs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Supervise and monitor students while on the school bus.
  • Be aware of and enforce school safety standards at all times.
  • Reports students who cause issues on the bus to the director of transportation.
  • Assists in maintaining an accurate, current rider lists and updated seating chart for the bus.
  • Assists in keeping the assigned bus clean.
  • Establishes and maintains a calm, pleasant, and safe atmosphere on the school bus.
  • Maintains a professional attitude while being responsible for students on all routes and out of district trips.
  • Maintains regular attendance and punctuality to ensure teamwork and the completion of job duties essential to the daily operation of the school.
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the director of transportation or superintendent.
  • Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.

Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 months - on school days when students are present or need to be transported to and from an extracurricular event. Hourly rate approved by the Board of Education.
EVALUATION: All non-certified employees receive a minimum of one written evaluation per year. The bus driver will be evaluated by the transportation director in collaboration with the superintendent.

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