School Bus Monitor

About the role

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students to and from school each day! Our employees are also at the forefront of innovation; they create and implement the most advanced technology the school bus industry has to offer. At First Student, our Monitors/Aides are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The Monitor/Aide is responsible for providing operational oversight, day-to-day management, and assists drivers in safe operation of routes. Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student behavior and ensure their safety during transit
• Assist with loading and unloading students
• Communicate effectively with the driver, parents, and school staff
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and support the driver when backing up
• Help with emergency evacuations and basic bus cleaning

Requirements

• Strong verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and sound judgment
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Availability for early morning hours
• English proficiency (required for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications)

Benefits

• Career advancement opportunities across North America
• Positive and supportive work environment
• Hourly reward program - earn points for every hour worked and redeem for gift cards, prizes, and more

Pay

Starting pay of $13.08 per hour