School Bus Driver - Orthodox St.

First Student•Philadelphia, PA

7d•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a part-time School Bus Driver serving Matt Penn School District in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The driver picks students up in the morning, transports them safely to school, and brings them home in the afternoon. Additional hours may be available for field trips and special events. No prior experience is necessary; training and guidance are provided, including Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver’s License training. The position has a weekday split-shift schedule for morning and afternoon routes. The posting says nights, weekends, holidays, and summers are not required, and guarantees at least five paid hours per day. The role requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications. It is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Have held a valid driver’s license for three consecutive years.
Be proficient in English for job-related communications and training.
Comply with DOT drug-testing requirements for this safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class B license.
Previous experience driving for 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, assisting 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.
Follow 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 of $30 per hour for new drivers and up to $34 per hour for experienced drivers, depending on experience and qualifications.
Training pay of $20 per hour.
Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Part-time flexible schedule with weekday AM/PM split shifts.
Career advancement opportunities in operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
Employee discounts on various products and services.
Guaranteed minimum pay for five hours per day.
Child Ride-Along Program.
Safety or attendance bonuses.
Commercial Learner’s Permit bonus.
Potential additional hours for field trips and special events.
Sign-on bonus, subject to conditions.