School Bus Driver (AY26-27)

Buckingham Browne Nichols School•Watertown, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Buckingham Browne & Nichols is seeking a part-time School Bus Driver for the 2026-2027 school year. The driver provides safe transportation for students, faculty, and staff to and from school, between campuses, and to field trips, sporting events, and other school activities. Typical hours may include morning and afternoon runs, with possible additional hours during the day and on weekends. Drivers may also need to be available on campus at short notice for emergencies and other unforeseen facility needs, and to work overtime, evenings, and weekends for school events. The position requires maintaining a safe, clean vehicle; conducting daily pre- and post-trip inspections; following applicable state and federal traffic and school transportation requirements; assisting passengers when necessary; and promptly reporting injuries, accidents, illnesses, discipline problems, and vehicle maintenance needs to the supervisor. The position offers an hourly rate of $35.00–$37.65 and a $2,000 sign-on bonus for fully licensed bus drivers, paid in two installments: $1,000 after three months and $1,000 after twelve months. The school guarantees a minimum of 25 hours per week during the academic year. Eligible employees may participate in a 403(b) plan with up to a 10% salary match and may be eligible for health and dental insurance, commuter benefits, long-term disability insurance, and other benefits.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be a U.S. citizen or a non-domiciled CDL holder who is a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), H-2A worker, H-2B worker, or E-2 treaty investor.
Must have held a valid Massachusetts driver's license for at least three consecutive years.
Must have at least two years of professional driving experience in good standing.
Must possess a Commercial Driver's License with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements.
Must possess a valid school bus license and all required documentation to drive a yellow school bus.
Must possess a valid DOT medical card and current First Aid/CPR certification.
Must have School Bus Certification or Permit.
Must communicate in English with children, parents, and staff.
Must demonstrate good judgment, attendance, and reliability.
Must successfully pass a CORI and SORI background check.
Must be flexible to work overtime, including weekends and evenings, and be available on campus on short notice for emergencies and unforeseen facility needs.

Nice To Haves

Two to four years of driving experience.

Responsibilities

Provide safe transportation to and from school, field trips, sporting events, and other activities requiring bus transportation.
Transport sports teams to and from sporting events in the afternoons and evenings.
Transport faculty and staff between campuses as needed.
Follow applicable state and federal traffic laws and requirements, including those of the Registry of Motor Vehicles, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, School Committee, and local authorities.
Assist passengers on and off the bus when necessary.
Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and safety checks in accordance with BB&N standards and state guidelines.
Report observed student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the supervisor in a timely manner.
Keep the vehicle clean and report maintenance issues promptly.
Be available on campus on short notice for emergencies and unforeseen facility needs.
Work overtime, including weekends and evenings, to support school events.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate, including the same hourly rate for extra trips such as field trips and sporting events.
Guaranteed minimum of 25 hours per week during the academic year.
Paid holidays and snow days.
Accrued vacation time for hours worked.
403(b) retirement savings plan, with up to a 10% salary match for eligible employees.
License and DOT card maintenance fees covered.
Free lunches when school is in session.
Participation in professional development days.
$2,000 sign-on bonus for fully licensed bus drivers, paid as $1,000 after three months and $1,000 after twelve months.
Health and dental insurance for eligible employees.
Commuter benefits for eligible employees.
Long-term disability insurance for eligible employees.
Other competitive benefits offerings.