School Bus Monitor/Aide

About the role

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. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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
• English proficiency (required by federal, state, and local DOT regulations)

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred
• Friendly, reliable, and patient working with children
• Team-oriented with a focus on safety

Skills

• Communication
• Interpersonal
• Patience
• Reliability
• Teamwork

Pay

Hourly Rate: $19.04/HR

Schedule

Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, or holidays.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services