How much does a bus monitor make?

In the U.S., pay differs by location and employer, such as a school district or bus company. Paid hours matter too: some monitors work short morning and afternoon shifts; experience and extra safety training can also play a part.

Maintain order among students on a school bus. Duties include helping students safely board and exit and communicating behavioral problems. May perform pretrip and posttrip inspections and prepare for and assist in emergency evacuations.

What's a typical day like?

On morning and afternoon routes, you help children board, find seats, buckle up, and stay calm while the driver watches the road. You report behavior or health concerns and may help with safety drills or evacuations.

In the U.S., finish high school and apply to a school district or bus company; employers may provide safety training and require health checks. Minimum age varies by state: Indiana sets it at 18, while New York requires monitors to be 19.

High school plus some training (preparation level 2 of 5)

Good for people who like helping and teaching and keeping things organized.

At railroad crossings, a bus monitor may watch for trains and signal the driver when it is safe to go.