Bus Driver

Yankton School District 63-3; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in South Dakota is seeking a school bus driver responsible for safely transporting students to and from designated points. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid Class B CDL with endorsements. The role requires effective communication and managing student behavior while driving. The ideal candidate will maintain the bus in a clean manner and complete required reports. Join our commitment to student safety and transportation excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience driving school buses is preferred.
• Must have a good driving record.
• Valid Class B CDL license with school bus endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and courteously along assigned routes.
• Control behavior of children while operating the bus.
• Perform daily bus safety checks.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Effective communication

Child behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for safely transporting students to and from designated pick-up and drop-off points.

Criteria

• Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience Desired: Experience driving school buses is preferred
• Physical Requirements: This position requires constant sitting, walking and driving. Occasional standing, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting and carrying 50 pounds or more.
• Other Requirements: Must have a good driving record; a valid Class B CDL driver’s license with school bus and passenger endorsement; must speak and read English affluently; Attend district-sponsored in-services and training activities as assigned by the Transportation Director.

Essential Functions and Duties

1. Transports students in a safe, timely and courteous manner by prescribed routes as assigned.
2. Controls behavior of children while operating the bus.
3. Communicates effectively including speaking on two-way radio.
4. Performs daily bus safety and operational checks.
5. Maintains assigned bus in a clean and presentable manner.
6. Reports deficiencies to immediate supervisor for repair and maintenance.
7. Complies with South Dakota Department of Transportation and local traffic regulations.
8. Completes all forms, records and reports as required by state or local school district policies.
9. Maintains a positive working relationship with other drivers, school staff and parents
10. Provides assistance to students boarding and disembarking the bus; assures that seat belts (where appropriate) are securely fastened and wheelchairs (where appropriate) are locked in place
11. Maintains confidential information regarding students, their families and school matters.
12. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Reports To

Bus Supervisor/Mechanic

Receives Guidance From

Transportation Director, Director of Student Services, Principal

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 10:35:27 PM CST.