2026 - 2027 Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education; Hickman (KY); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Hickman, KY is hiring a part-time Bus Driver. The role involves transportation of students, compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining the school bus in safe condition. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and must complete required training programs. The position offers a pay rate of $16 per hour, emphasizing safety, effective communication, and the ability to work with children with special needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work with children.
• Successfully completes training programs as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education.
• Has successfully completed all training and tests required by state and local boards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.

Skills

Knowledge of safe practices concerning school bus transportation

Basic record-keeping techniques

Health and safety regulations

First aid practices

Effective communication

Understanding and relating to children with special needs

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 5682690

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: Bus Driver (Part-time)

Please call Director of Transportation, Rodney Mitchell, at 270-236-3923 for more details.

CLASSIFICATION: Bus driver

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children.
• Participates in and successfully completes training programs as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education and local district.
• Has successfully completed all training and tests required by state and local boards, and has one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Must meet the requirements for a criminal records check and five year driving check as specified by Kentucky State Law.
• Has met all state and local physical examination and health requirements.

Must complete training and earn CDL before hiring is completed.

Reports To: Director of Transportation

Job Goal: To work as assigned on a daily basis to transport students.

Critical Skills/Expertise Required:

• Knowledge of safe practices concerning school bus transportation.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Applicable sections of the KAR and other applicable laws.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Understanding and relating to children with special needs.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Lift students according to established guidelines.
• Maintain current knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures.
• Maintain routine records.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
2. Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
3. Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
4. Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
5. Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
6. Maintain routine records.
7. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
8. Understand and follow oral and written directions.
9. Meet schedules and timelines.
10. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
11. Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
12. Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
13. Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.
14. Maintain proper records and documentation.
15. Assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Operate the bus and carry out duties on schedule and in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Safely operate the school bus under all changing weather conditions.
• Properly supervise passengers on the bus in accordance with transportation regulations, and with pupil personnel code of conduct.
• Take proper care of the bus and maintain it in a safe operating condition.
• Conduct routine required inspections and provide proper documentation.
• Attend safety meetings and workshops as determined by the Director of Transportation.
• Meet the training requirement set forth in state and district regulations.
• Meet those responsibilities as set forth in the Board's Handbook for School Bus Drivers, State Board of Education regulations, applicable statutory laws, and directives of the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
• Perform other duties that may not be specifically covered in this general job description, as assigned by the Director of Transportation and/or his assistant and/or Building Principals.
• Demonstrate a consistent and positive behavior toward students and patrons to foster positive public relations.
• Assist young or disabled students in getting on and off the bus.
• Ensure that students get on and off the bus in an orderly fashion.
• Provide written records of violations of the student code to the transportation supervisor.
• Collect and turn over personal items left on the bus to the school secretary.
• Perform related duties such as cleaning, filing, or other assignments when not assigned a bus route or bus monitor position.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16 per hour

Job Categories: Support Staff - Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Director of Transportation
• Bus Garage
• Phone: [phone]