School Bus Driver

First Student•Dayton, OH

1d•$24 - $24

About The Position

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Dayton Public School District in Dayton, Ohio! 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. 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. School Bus Driver benefits: Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications Hourly Rate: $23.50 per hour Paid Training & CDL Incentives Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) Bonus Our virtual CLP class is not paid, but we offer a CLP bonus $750 bonus if you obtain your CLP within 7 days of completing the virtual CLP class $250 bonus if you obtain your CLP within 14 days of completing the virtual CLP class Paid PDDP Training PDDP (Pre‑Driver Development Program) training is paid at $11.00 per hour Paid Behind‑the‑Wheel Training Behind‑the‑Wheel training is paid at $15.00 per hour Training sessions are typically 3–5 hours per day, based on trainer availability Once you pass your CDL test, your pay increases to the new hire driver rate 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. Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada! Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues. Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families. Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services. Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum. Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents - Must be 3+ years old or above Commercial Learner’s Permit Bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective 5/31/2026. First for a reason: 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. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. 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. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf. MISSION Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential. FOCUS ON SAFETY Safety is at the heart of everything we do CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities FOSTER TEAMWORK Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence

Requirements

Are at least 21 years old
Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
Enjoy working with students
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

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 and child searches (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: $23.50 per hour
Paid Training & CDL Incentives
Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) Bonus
Our virtual CLP class is not paid, but we offer a CLP bonus
$750 bonus if you obtain your CLP within 7 days of completing the virtual CLP class
$250 bonus if you obtain your CLP within 14 days of completing the virtual CLP class
Paid PDDP Training
PDDP (Pre‑Driver Development Program) training is paid at $11.00 per hour
Paid Behind‑the‑Wheel Training
Behind‑the‑Wheel training is paid at $15.00 per hour
Training sessions are typically 3–5 hours per day, based on trainer availability
Once you pass your CDL test, your pay increases to the new hire driver rate
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.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum.
Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents - Must be 3+ years old or above