Have you seen those yellow school buses around Colorado with drivers holding signs saying, "We're hiring"? If you've ever wondered how much these essential workers make, you may be surprised.

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Dive into what school bus drivers in Colorado earn and why becoming one might just be your next great adventure.

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School Bus Driver Salaries In Colorado

Many consider it rude to ask how much someone makes. So why, then, bring this up? Well, with the new school year rapidly approaching, you've probably spotted drivers around town holding up "Now Hiring" signs. With that, it seems only fair to ask.

According to Indeed.com, the average salary for a school bus driver in Colorado is $23.59 per hour. This is roughly the same as the national average, making it a pretty solid gig no matter where you are in the U.S. Now, $23.59 might not sound like a fortune, but it adds up, especially considering the unique perks that come with the job.

You May Be Precisely Who They Are Looking For

The next time you see a school bus driver with a "We're Hiring" sign, you'll know they're offering more than just the big bucks. These hiring events are popping up everywhere because school districts are always on the lookout for responsible, friendly, and dependable drivers.

If you think you have what it takes, why not give it a shot? You might find that driving a school bus is not just a job, but a fun and fulfilling way to spend your days while earning a solid income.

Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Become a Colorado School Bus Driver

Okay, so what are the perks? If the salary sounds interesting, wait till you hear about the top reasons to hop into the driver's seat. Here are some highlights from Student Transit's top ten list of why being a school bus driver may be of interest to you.

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How well do you remember your elementary school career? Do you ever reflect on it? Can you recall your first-grade teacher's name?

According to the website ProTeacher Community, even some professional teachers can't recall much about their elementary school years. One teacher, Daphne333 said, "I can't remember most of my elementary school career. Well, junior high either." Another teacher, PCSLackey, would prefer not to remember that era of their life. The shared, "I don't even remember all my teachers' names. I remember isolated events from elementary school - mostly either traumatic or encouraging in nature."

I asked on Facebook, "What do you remember about elementary school?" Here's a look at a number of replies out of Colorado.

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25 Fun Colorado High School Mascots That Totally Stand Out

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Colorado's District 51 Students Must Give Up These Devices During School Hours

Students at District 51 Schools in Western Colorado will say goodbye to the following devices during classroom hours beginning at the start of the 2024-2025 school year.

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