Bus Driver

Henry County School District; Fox River Grove (IL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid individual health benefits

Job summary

A regional school district in Illinois is seeking a Bus Driver who will be responsible for operating a school bus in accordance with state laws and district guidelines. The Bus Driver will perform pre-trip inspections, ensure the safety of passengers, maintain discipline on the bus, and complete necessary reports. Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and a bus permit. This role offers competitive compensation and 100% paid individual health benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver's license and bus permit.
• Knowledge of State of Illinois vehicle code laws.
• Experience in maintaining discipline among students during transit.

Responsibilities

• Operate bus per State vehicle code and safety guidelines.
• Perform pre-trip inspection of the bus.
• Report changes to passenger lists as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bus interior.
• Service the outlined route from the Transportation Director.
• Supervise and control students on the bus.
• Conduct emergency instruction sessions with passengers.
• Complete reports requested by the Transportation Director.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Bus permit

Ability to operate a bus safely

Student supervision

Job description

• Location: Fox River Grove School District #3
• Date Available: 06/01/2026
• District: Fox River Grove Consolidated School District 3

FOX RIVER GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT 3 JOB DESCRIPTION - BUS DRIVER

Qualifications: 21 years old; possess a valid driver's license, bus permit, and all other requirements of the State of Illinois

Reports to: Transportation Director

Performance Responsibilities

1. Operate bus in accordance with State of Illinois vehicle code laws, Fox River Grove District Bus Driver's Handbook, instruction issued by the State Board of Education, and Secretary of State's office.


2. Perform a pre‑trip inspection on first trip of each bus driven by driver daily. Check all fluid levels, check bus for condition and operation of safety equipment, safety sticker, and confirm that bus is in safe operating condition before each trip.


3. Report passenger lists and changes as needed.


4. Clean interior of bus daily.


5. Service the route outlined by the Transportation Director.


6. Maintain a level of discipline on the bus, which permits full attention to be given to the safe operation of the bus.


7. The school bus driver has the responsibility for supervising and controlling students on the route. If the driver is unable to control students through his/her efforts, then a School Bus Incident Report is to be filled out by the driver. On the same day, if possible, or as soon as practical, this report is to be taken by the bus driver to the building administrator for disciplinary action. The building principal will take appropriate disciplinary action.


8. Conduct one emergency instruction session with passengers each semester.


9. Completes all reports in appropriate time requested (absence, trip time log, etc.).


10. Performs other such tasks as may from time to time be assigned by the Transportation Director.

Salary: $25.00 per hour or commensurate with experience.
Benefits: 100% paid for individual health