School Bus Aide - Path to CDL

CDL Path Program | Earn While You Learn

Looking for a rewarding career with room to grow? George M. Carroll offers a Free CDL Training Program, allowing you to work as a School Bus Aide while training to become a licensed School Bus Driver.

Free CDL Training

• The company provides classroom instruction to help you obtain your CDL Permit.
• Behind the wheel training is provided to prepare you for your road test.
• Support from experienced trainers throughout the process.

Earn While You Train

• Work as a School Bus Aide while completing CDL training.
• Earn $16.00 per hour during monitor hours worked.

Flexible Schedule

• Midday training sessions are designed to work around your bus aide schedule.
• Continue gaining experience while advancing your career.

Driver Pay Rates

• Van Driver: $26.00 per hour
• School Bus Driver: $28.50 per hour

Additional Earning Opportunities

• Midday assignments
• Charter trips
• Extra route opportunities

Whether serving as a School Bus Aide or School Bus Driver, your role is critical in providing safe, reliable transportation for students each day.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers according to established schedules and routes
• Help maintain a safe and positive environment for passengers
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, school personnel, and coworkers
• Complete required reports and documentation accurately
• Follow all company, state, and federal safety regulations

At George M. Carroll, many of the passengers we transport have special needs and may require additional care, patience, and support during their ride. Successful candidates are compassionate, dependable, and committed to creating a safe, respectful, and positive experience for every passenger. Training will be provided to help you understand student needs and perform your role with confidence and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Complete employment application and new hire paperwork
• Pass all required background screenings

• Provide valid identification
• Provide three professional references
• Submit residential history as required

• Pass a company paid physical examination
• Pass a drug and alcohol screening
• Successfully complete required background investigations

• Climb and descend bus steps
• Move quickly from a seated position
• Operate emergency exits when necessary
• Safely perform passenger evacuation procedures, including moving up to 125 pounds during emergency drills

Training

• Paid pre service training
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Continued support to help you grow your career with George M. Carroll

Why Join George M. Carroll?

• Free CDL training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Flexible schedules
• Meaningful work serving local students and families
• Join a team dedicated to safely transporting students every day

Start as a School Bus Aide today and build a future as a professional School Bus Driver.

Since 1969, George M. Carroll has set the standard for safe, caring transportation for special needs children and charter services in Newburgh, NY. Their commitment to reliability and community mirrors Beacon's purpose: providing mobility without limits to help people live, learn, and achieve. Joining forces with Beacon Mobility, sharing in our commitment to people-first service and high-quality care. Together, we're very excited to continue delivering the best transportation experience for our communities.