School Bus Monitor- Mapaville

First Student • Joachim Township, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a part-time School Bus Monitor/Aide in Mapaville, Missouri. The monitor assists the bus driver in providing students with a safe journey to and from school. No previous experience as a School Bus Monitor is required; industry-leading safety and training programs are provided.

The position involves helping students board and exit safely, assisting children with special needs during transport, supporting adherence to bus safety rules, and communicating with the driver to maintain a calm ride. Monitors also provide care and encouragement to students. The schedule consists of weekday split shifts for morning and afternoon routes, with no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers. The role requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications, as required by applicable regulations.

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible split shifts (morning and afternoon).
• Physical ability to assist students and perform emergency procedures.
• Friendly, reliable, and patient when working with children.
• Team-oriented, with a focus on safety.
• English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counseling and support services.
• Employee discount program.
• Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
• Hourly rate of $18.00 per hour; pay details depend on experience and qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed