School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

Benefits

Qualifications

Skills

Pay

Schedule

About the Role

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Charlton, CT

You will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available.

• No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver!
• We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license for at least 3 years
• At least 21 years old
• Part-time schedule and summers off
• Enjoy working with students

Qualifications

• Valid Class B License
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

Pay

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $31.50 our starting wage
• Training Wage: $16.94
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum.

Schedule

• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.

About the Role

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• 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 about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Perfect For

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

Note

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.