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Also known as: Bus Monitor, School Bus Aide, School Bus Assistant, School Bus Attendant
You arrive at the bustling bus depot in your city, the air thick with the hum of engines and morning chatter. You grab your uniform vest, clipboard, and two-way radio. You head to your assigned bus, greeting Brenda, your driver, as you step inside. Before students arrive, you quickly check the bus: ensure aisles are clear, emergency exits are accessible, and the first-aid kit is stocked, just part of your essential safety scan.
Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.
-1.9%
US average: +3.5%
13,400
per year (US)
76,700
in 2025 → 75,300 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
The job outlook for School Bus Monitors is stable, with about 13,400 job openings expected each year through 2035, even with a projected -1.9% change in employment. The median annual wage is about $35,100. Many people in this role advance to become School Bus Drivers, School Security Officers, or School Transportation Coordinators, building on their experience with student safety and transportation.
Career ladder
Often before this role
Where it can lead
$35,100
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
High School Equivalent Exam Preparation
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Bachelor • Social Sciences • 4 years
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Bachelor • Healthcare & Life Sciences • 4 years