School Bus Monitor

First Student, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible part-time schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Job summary

First Student, Inc. is hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors / Aides in Prairie View, IL. You will assist the bus driver and help students board and exit safely, with training provided.

No experience required; we offer a $500 sign-on bonus, an hourly rate of $17.55, part-time split shifts, and benefits including insurance and a 401(k) plan. Join a nationwide network across 540 locations.

Qualifications

• Age 21 or older.
• Flexible split shifts (AM/PM).
• Ability to assist students and perform emergency procedures.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors / Aides – Prairie View, IL

Sign-On Bonus: $500

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.

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor?

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Hourly Rate: $17.55 per hour
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work‑related issues.
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.

Your day as a School Bus Monitor / Aide will include:

• 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.

School Bus Monitor / Aide qualifications:

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

Apply today and become a valued part of the school community!

*Sign‑on bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective 12/31/26.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.