School Bus Driver

Job Type

Part Time

Posted Date

2026-06-16

About the Role

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Soldotna, AK As a Part Time School Bus Driver, 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.

Responsibilities

- 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.

Benefits

- Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications. - Hourly Rate: $23.85 per hour - Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options. - 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match. - Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues. - Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum. - Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.

Qualifications

- At least 21 years old. - Valid driver's license for at least 3 years. - Looking for a part-time schedule and summers off. - Enjoy working with students.

Skills

- 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.

Company Information

- 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. - 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 is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace.