60 Bus monitor jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Bus Monitor Jobs in 2026

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To become a bus monitor, you must pass a background check. Many employers require school bus monitors to receive basic first-aid training. Additional qualifications include experience working with children and being comfortable working on a moving vehicle. A bus monitor is responsible for ensuring all students are transported safely and released to the correct guardians, so it is important to develop good relationships with children, school administrators, and parents. Strong communication skills, knowledge of public safety and school bus regulations, and the ability to work a split shift will help you in this job.

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Top Types Of Bus Monitor Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Bus Monitor positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • First Student Bus Monitor

    Salary range: $28,000 - $35,000

    First Student Bus Monitor is a common job search query. Most salaries for First Student Bus Monitor jobs pay between $28,000 (25th percentile) and $35,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for First Student Bus Monitor job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • First Generation Student Program Coordinator

    Salary range: $42,000 - $62,000

    First Generation Student Program Coordinator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for First Generation Student Program Coordinator jobs pay between $42,000 (25th percentile) and $62,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for First Generation Student Program Coordinator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Substitute Bus Monitor

    Salary range: $32,500 - $44,500

    Substitute Bus Monitor is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Substitute Bus Monitor jobs pay between $32,500 (25th percentile) and $44,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Substitute Bus Monitor job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • School Bus Aide

    Salary range: $30,000 - $33,500

    School bus aides or attendants work for school districts as assistants to school bus drivers. They monitor student safety, help with boarding students, lead bus evacuations during emergencies, and stay up to date on school district policies. The bus aide is vital to ensuring that the bus driver provides a safe transportation service that complies with school district guidelines and gets each student to their destination.

  • Student Sweeper

    Salary range: $33,000 - $44,000

    Student Sweeper is a typical job search query Most salaries for Student Sweeper jobs pay between $33,000 (25th percentile) and $44,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Student Sweeper job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • School Bus Driver

    Salary range: $35,000 - $50,500

    School bus drivers are typically employees of a school district or driving companies that contract with school districts. The primary job duty of a school bus driver is to transport students to and from schools. Most school districts have a dedicated route and stops for school bus drivers. School bus drivers also occasionally provide transportation during the school day for field trips. School bus drivers are responsible for the well-being of the students while they are in transit to and from school. They pay close attention to road safety, driving conditions, and the condition of their vehicle. They also need to control student behavior on the bus and may need to discipline students. School bus drivers will develop a rapport with the students in their care over time.

  • Special Needs Bus Monitor

    Salary range: $44,500 - $86,000

    Special Needs Bus Monitor is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Special Needs Bus Monitor jobs pay between $44,500 (25th percentile) and $86,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Special Needs Bus Monitor job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • School Bus Driver Sign Bonus

    Salary range: $35,000 - $50,500

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  • Student

    Salary range: $30,500 - $38,500

    "Student job" is the general term given to jobs that will fit with a full-time student’s schedule. Such jobs may be seasonal, coinciding with school vacations, or part-time. Other jobs, like restaurant work, are a good fit for students since the busiest time for a restaurant is often in the evening and on weekends. Having some work experience as a student, whether in your future professional field or not, makes strong evidence on your resume of your work ethic. Former employers can also serve as references for future jobs or write recommendation letters for college applications.

  • School Bus Monitor

    Salary range: $28,000 - $35,000

    As a school bus monitor, you manage students on a school bus and help ensure good behavior while they are traveling. In this role, you may help resolve incidents, assist students who need help getting to their seats, and otherwise supervise everyone to help guarantee their safety. Some school bus monitors also help clean buses, replace damaged components, and manage relationships with children to help them stay enthusiastic and obedient during each trip. School bus monitors are separate from and should not be confused with school bus drivers, though drivers sometimes perform many of the same duties.