Bus Driver (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Dallas (GA); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver for 2026-2027 in Dallas, Georgia. The role requires a valid Georgia Driver's License and a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements.

Bus Drivers will initially start as substitutes and must complete required training through the Paulding County Schools Transportation Department. Responsibilities include safely transporting students, maintaining order on the bus, and ensuring compliance with all transportation laws.

Competitive starting salary for this position is $24.34 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Georgia Driver's License and CDL required.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified or eligible for training.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and efficiently.
• Conduct daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Maintain order and discipline among bus passengers.

Skills

Valid Georgia Driver's License

Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

CPR/First Aid certified

Ability to pass drug screening

Annual physical examination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bus Driver (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

Paulding County Schools Transportation – Dallas, Georgia. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5507628
Application Deadline: May 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Jun 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

All School Bus Drivers will be initially hired as Substitute School Bus Drivers and must complete all required driver training and testing through the Paulding County School District Transportation Department. Upon successful completion of the training and testing, candidates will be eligible to work as a Substitute School Bus Driver and may transition to the position of Bus Driver when available, at the discretion of the Transportation Department.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED
• Valid Georgia Driver's License and a Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to obtain a Georgia CDL of appropriate class with Passenger, School Bus and Air Brake Endorsement
• Must hold or be eligible for a valid CPR/First Aid card
• Must be able to pass state required drug screening
• Must pass an annual physical examination
• Other qualifications the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Physical Demands

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Reaching, pulling and pushing to operate air brake
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to inspect buses
• Climbing steps
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders or horizontally
• Seeing to monitor passengers and operate a vehicle
• Lifting a minimum of 50 pounds
• Repetitive pushing with right leg to operate brake
• Ability to physically perform evacuation of the bus in the event of an emergency

Duties and Responsibilities

• Knowledge of laws, policies and procedures as stated in the Driver Reference Guide
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of school buses to transport students safely and efficiently
• Performs daily pre and post trip inspections
• Knowledge of the preparation of a variety of records and reports related to assignment
• Operates bus using legal safe defensive driving practices
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures pertaining to student discipline
• Operates a school bus along a designated route
• Picks up and discharges general and special education students in accordance with time schedules
• Assures compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations
• Maintains order and discipline among passengers on the bus and while waiting at bus stops
• Maintains bus in a clean and safe operating condition
• Refuels and prepares vehicle for operation
• Assists handicapped students with boarding, sitting and leaving the bus safely
• Maintains video surveillance monitor equipment
• Meets scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned
• Administers first aid to passengers as needed

Policy and Compliance

• The Paulding County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or other program, activity, or service.
• Vacancies are posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies are posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
• The Paulding County School District uses the E‑Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.

Position Type

Position Type: Substitute

Salary

Salary: $24.34 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Gina Streenstra, Lead Trainer – Transportation
• Email: [e-mail]