School Bus Driver- Wolf Lake, IL

First Student•Scott City, MO

8d•$17 - $18

About The Position

The School Bus Driver safely transports students to and from school and activities, helping start students’ days with morning pickups and bringing them home in the afternoon. Drivers supervise boarding and unloading, maintain order on the bus, and communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays. Additional hours for field trips and special events may be available. No previous experience or CDL is required to apply. First Student provides training and guidance to help qualified candidates obtain the licenses and endorsements needed for the role. After training, candidates must meet requirements including a Class A or B CDL, Passenger and School Bus endorsements, an unrestricted air brake qualification, DOT physical requirements, drug and alcohol program requirements, and background screening. English proficiency is required for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications. This is a part-time role with split morning and afternoon routes on weekdays. The position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive job. The Commercial Learner’s Permit bonus offer is effective until 11/30/2026, subject to conditions.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Have held a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
Meet English proficiency requirements for job-related communications.
After training, obtain a Class A or Class B CDL, Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements, and an air brake qualification with no restrictions.
Meet DOT physical requirements, drug and alcohol program requirements, and background screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

A valid Class B license.
Driving experience with rideshare companies or taxi services.
Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.
Enjoy working with students.

Responsibilities

Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
Supervise students boarding and unloading at stops, and assist with seatbelts and mobility aids.
Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of brakes, lights, tires, and emergency exits.
Promptly report mechanical issues and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
Obey 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

Hourly pay of $16.50–$18.00, depending on experience and qualifications.
Training hourly rate of $15.00 per hour after obtaining a permit.
Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver’s License training provided.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Part-time flexible schedule with weekday split shifts; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services.
Employee discount program.
Guaranteed minimum pay for 4 hours per school day when both AM and PM routes are driven.
Child Ride-Along Program.
Commercial Learner’s Permit bonus: $750 if the CLP is presented within 7 days of completing the Virtual CLP class, or $250 if presented within 14 days.