Monitor/Aide

FIRST STUDENT MANAGEMENT LLC

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HALIFAX, NS Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted June 12, 2026 Last posted June 12, 2026
Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Halifax, NS

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: $21.06
  • 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!

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

About this role

Summary

Assist students safely boarding, exiting, and riding school buses, ensuring safety and student care.

Job title

Monitor/Aide

Experience level

none

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Halifax, NS; remote work not allowed

Salary

Hourly Rate: $21.06

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsphysical ability

Preferred skills

CPR/First Aid

Specializations

student transportationsafetychild assistance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Halifax, NS, Canada

On-site City