School Bus Driver

Job Summary

Now hiring part-time school bus drivers for a school district in City, State.

• Transport students to and from school and activities, starting with morning pickup before school and returning them safely in the afternoon.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits). Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch regarding student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Looking for a part‑time schedule with summers off.
• Enjoy working with students.
• Will pass DOT drug testing as a safety‑sensitive employee.

• Valid Class B license.
• History of driving with rideshare, taxi, or other commercial vehicles.
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service/retail associate.

• Base hourly rate: $22.00 per hour after training completion.
• Training hourly rate: $16.94 per hour.
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Guaranteed minimum hours: paid for a minimum of 4 hours per day.
• Child ride‑along program, employee assistance program, and employee discount program.
• Part‑time, flexible schedule: split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.

Opportunities to advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles across many locations.

• Retirees seeking supplemental income.
• Stay‑at‑home parents looking for daytime work.
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles.
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job who enjoys working with children.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. First Student is committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable fair‑chance ordinances.

All technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring driving a company‑owned vehicle, are considered safety‑sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.