School Bus Monitors
School bus monitors maintain safety and order on buses transporting students to and from school. They help students board and exit safely, address behavioral issues, and communicate problems to drivers and school staff. Some monitors also perform vehicle inspections and assist with emergency evacuation procedures.
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A day in the work
A typical day involves arriving before the first morning route to prepare the bus, then boarding students and supervising them during the ride to school. Afternoon duties mirror the morning, with monitoring during the return trip. Throughout the day, monitors address conflicts between students, enforce safety rules, and document behavioral concerns. Some shifts include vehicle inspections or training drills.
Who this work suits
Holland code SCR. Social work is helping, teaching and working closely with people. Aptly’s interest assessment scores you on the same six scales.
You thrive in this role if you value helping others and maintaining order through clear, consistent guidelines. You're organized, reliable, and comfortable enforcing rules fairly while building positive relationships with students.
What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training).
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $37,790 | $42,330 | $47,480 | 470 |
| District of Columbia | $41,100 | $41,720 | $41,720 | — |
| Oregon | $37,300 | $40,900 | $46,850 | 380 |
| Hawaii | $39,520 | $40,250 | $45,170 | 220 |
| Vermont | $37,000 | $39,020 | $43,630 | 70 |
| Maryland | $35,050 | $38,750 | $45,520 | 2,370 |
| Minnesota | $36,200 | $38,590 | $40,860 | 790 |
| North Dakota | $33,610 | $38,480 | $44,770 | 120 |
| California | $36,570 | $38,360 | $43,450 | 1,260 |
| Maine | $31,460 | $38,060 | $43,800 | 160 |
| Utah | $36,820 | $38,020 | $45,900 | 470 |
| New Hampshire | $33,750 | $37,620 | $41,880 | 120 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Training
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