Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education; Chesnee (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver for the Spartanburg 2 Transportation Department in Chesnee, South Carolina. The role involves safely transporting students, maintaining discipline, and ensuring compliance with state laws and regulations. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and a Commercial Driver’s License.

Full-time hours are required, offering a starting salary of $18.86 per hour. The position emphasizes safety and effective communication, with responsibilities including attendance at safety meetings and maintenance of daily records.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age with an excellent motor vehicle driving record.
• Thorough knowledge of all state and federal laws and regulations.
• Ability to drive in varying weather and road conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates a school bus to transport students.
• Maintains discipline and reports misconduct.
• Attends safety meetings and maintains accurate records.

Skills

Ability to operate a school bus

Effective communication

Emergency situation handling

Education

High school graduate

Certified bus driver and Commercial Driver’s License

Job description

Bus Driver

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This job is also posted in CERRA-SC, and Spartanburg 2

Job Details

Job ID: 5809922

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Spartanburg County School District Two

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Bus Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Begining Salary: $18.86 per hour

GENERAL SUMMARY

Safely operates a school bus in accordance with all state laws and regulations to transport students to and from school(s) facilities. Is responsible for maintaining discipline of students being transported. Reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates a bus over a route designated and approved by the School District and the State Department of Education.
• Operates equipment in accordance with all state laws and regulations.
• Maintains discipline of students being transported, and reports misconduct to the principal and/or transportation administrators for appropriate disciplinary action using an incident report.
• Maintains a clean appearance of equipment, and reports any vandalism or equipment failures to immediate supervisor.
• Provides written reports of road hazards on assigned routes.
• Coordinates route changes with students' parents.
• Assigns students to seats and maintains an up-to-date status of students in the transportation office.
• Attends safety meetings.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date daily records on mileage and time sheets.
• Exhibits acceptable conduct as an employee in keeping with School Board policies.
• Operates a two-way radio to maintain communications with schools and main office; operates a calculator in completing required forms; utilizes various supplies such as cleaning agents, office supplies, etc.
• Maintains current required driver’s license and other operator certifications.
• Administers general first aid when needed.
• Coordinates special needs of students with parents, aides, teachers, and school administrators.
• Performs other related duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High school graduate.
• Certified bus driver and Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must be at least 18 years of age with an excellent motor vehicle driving record.

Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of all state and federal laws and regulations, safety procedures, and bus operation requirements. Knowledge of certification and licenses, limitations and hazards, appearance maintenance, and appropriate reporting procedures for misbehavior, equipment failure, daily activity, mileage, and time records. Knowledge of emergency procedures and daily bus routes including school locations and landmarks.

Skills / Effort

Ability to operate a school bus in all weather and noise conditions, complete tasks safely and timely, apply independent judgment, communicate effectively with students, supervisors, co‑workers, and the public, maintain state certificate and commercial driver’s license, and handle emergency situations calmly and responsibly.

Working Conditions

Work primarily on a school bus, driving under varying weather, road, and temperature conditions, with exposure to heat, cold, rain, humidity, and poor road conditions. Requires constant attention, awareness, and stress tolerance. Physical demands include driving, operating controls, and maintaining equipment cleanliness. Routine local travel to and from school; no overnight travel.

Responsibility

No budgetary responsibility. Supervises students riding the bus.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.

Spartanburg School District Two believes it has the obligation to provide the best administrative and supervisory personnel available for the district regardless of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.86 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Corey Willimon, Assistant Superintendent
• Spartanburg District Two Administrative Offices
• Chesnee, South Carolina 29323
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]