School Bus Driver (Substitute)

Illinois Central School Bus•Coal City, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Illinois Central School Bus is hiring substitute school bus drivers in Coal City, Illinois. Drivers safely transport children to and from school and assist students with loading and unloading. No prior experience is necessary; the company provides CDL training. Route hours are guaranteed up to 5.5 hours per day when school is in session, with additional hours available for field trips and charters. Summer school routes may be available, with breaks during school holidays. The posting also mentions hiring at the Wilmington location, represented by the Teamsters, with 2025–26 wages.

Requirements

Good verbal communication skills.
Be at least 21 years old.
Hold a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.
Pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.

Responsibilities

Safely transport passengers.
Assist students in the loading and unloading process.

Benefits

$26.50 to $30.75 per hour for bus drivers, based on experience; the Wilmington location posting lists 2025–26 wages of $22.00 to $30.75 based on experience.
Paid training.
Paid weekly.
Flexible hours.
Paid holidays.
$0.50 per hour 401(k) company contribution for all hours worked.
Health benefits available.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Safety bonus.
2% annual retention bonus.
CDL license cost reimbursement.