School Bus Monitors
School Bus Monitors are safety supervisors who keep students safe and well-behaved during bus rides to and from school. They help students with disabilities board the bus using wheelchair lifts, secure everyone with seatbelts, and handle any conflicts that might arise between students. These professionals work closely with bus drivers to ensure safe transportation, assist during emergency drills, and even help guide the bus when backing up. It's a job that combines safety skills, patience with kids, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
Did you know?
This role requires maintaining student safety during transport and carries significant liability exposure, making attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols essential.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$33,500 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Things to consider
Background Checks and Certification Requirements
Most American school districts require extensive background checks, fingerprinting, and specialized training certifications to work with students in transportation roles.
Part-Time Schedule and Seasonal Employment
The position typically offers part-time hours with split morning and afternoon shifts that follow the academic calendar, limiting year-round income potential.
Key responsibilities
Clean school bus interiors by picking up waste, wiping down windows, or vacuuming.
Operate a wheelchair lift to load or unload wheelchairs.
Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to dispatchers or other bus drivers, using phones or mobile two-way radios.
Monitor the conduct of students to maintain discipline and safety.
Guide the driver when the bus is moving in reverse gear.