Bus Driver (AY26-27)

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 50,172; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Paid Holidays and accrued vacation

403B retirement savings plan

Free lunches when school is in session

Sign-on and retention bonuses up to $3,000

Job summary

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Bus Driver for the 2026-2027 School Year. This position involves safely transporting students and staff while adhering to state and federal traffic laws.

The ideal candidate will have a valid CDL with necessary endorsements, excellent communication skills, and flexibility to work additional hours including weekends. The role offers a competitive hourly salary, paid holidays, and training support for CDL endorsements.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid Massachusetts State driver’s license for at least three years.
• Have at least two years of professional driving experience in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation for students and staff.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Follow traffic laws while operating the vehicle.

Skills

Good communication skills

Judgment

Attendance

Reliability

Education

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements

Valid DOT medical card and First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year

Reporting to: Assistant Director of Transportation

Summary Description

BB&N is seeking a Part-Time Bus Driver for the 2026-2027 School Year. We’re looking for applicants who are inspired by our mission to promote scholarship, integrity, and kindness. We are proud to offer our drivers the following compensation and benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate (same hourly rate for extra trips such as field trips, sporting events, and all other school activities requiring transportation)
• Guaranteed minimum of 25 hours per week during the academic school year (likely to have consistent access to additional hours during the day, weekends, field trips, etc.)
• Paid Holidays, Snowdays, and accrued vacation time for hours worked
• Participation in our 403B retirement savings plan
• License and DOT card maintenance fees covered
• Free lunches when school is in session
• Participation in professional development days

Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Providing safe transportation to and from school, field trips, sporting events, and all other activities requiring bus transportation
• Transporting sports teams to/from various sporting events in the afternoons/evenings
• Transporting faculty & staff between all campuses as needed
• Following State and Federal traffic laws, including Registry of Motor Vehicles, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, School Committee, and local authorities, while operating the vehicle.
• Assisting passengers on/off the bus when necessary
• Performing daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and safety checks as required by BB&N standards and state guidelines
• Reporting all observed student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the supervisor in a timely manner
• Maintaining a clean vehicle and timely reporting of maintenance issues

Requirements, Skills, And Competencies

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• US Citizen or Non-Domiciled CDL holders who are Lawful Permanent Residents, H-2A, H-2B, or E-2.
• Possess a valid Massachusetts State driver’s license for at least three consecutive years and a minimum of two years of professional driving experience in good standing.
• Possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with both Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Possess a valid school bus license and all required documentation to drive a yellow school bus.
• Possess a valid DOT medical card and a current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Have a School Bus Certification or Permit.
• Have good communication skills; able to converse in English with children, parents, and staff.
• Possess good judgment, attendance, and reliability.
• Undergo a successful background check (CORI & SORI).
• Available to be on campus on short notice, for emergencies and other unforeseen facility needs.
• Be flexible to work overtime, including weekends and evenings, to support school events.
• If you do not hold the required Commercial Drivers License (CDL) endorsements, BB&N will assist through compensation and training to obtain these endorsements.

Compensation

$34.00-$36.42 per hour

For Academic Year 2026-2027, BB&N Will Implement a Bonus Of Up To $3,000 In Sign-on And Retention Bonuses For Fully Licensed Bus Drivers

• $2,000 sign-on bonus, which will be paid in 2 parts:
  • $1,000 at the end of 3 months
  • $1,000 at the end of 12 months
• Up to $1,000 for an additional prorated bonus paid in June 2027 to all regular BB&N employees

Sample Hours

Morning: 5:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Afternoon: 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM

25 hours guaranteed when school is in session and likely to have consistent access to additional hours during the day, weekends, field trips, etc.

To Apply

Please visit the Careers at BB&N page to complete your online application. Please upload your resume or summary of your experience and three references. If you meet the above requirements, we would welcome the opportunity for a conversation!

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any non-job-related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage candidates of color and all diverse candidates to apply.