Bus Driver (Part Time)

SUMMIT AREA YMCA; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Professional development training

12% retirement plan contribution

Job summary

The Summit Area YMCA is seeking a dependable School Bus Driver to transport children in our child care and camp programs across schools, YMCA locations, and activity sites. This part-time role prioritizes safety and a friendly, approachable demeanor for youth participants.

Opportunities exist to grow into a full-time position with benefits by working in other departments during non-driving hours. Ideal candidates hold a NJ CDL with S and P endorsements or are willing to obtain them and have a

Qualifications

• Experience driving a school bus.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Hold a valid NJ CDL with S and P endorsements (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Transport children between schools, YMCA locations, and activity sites.
• Maintain safety and a welcoming experience for youth.
• Communicate effectively with staff and parents.
• Potential to expand hours by working in other departments.

Skills

School Bus Driving

Child-friendly

Effective communication

Safety-minded

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NJ CDL with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements

Job description

Description

Drive the Future with the Summit Area YMCA!

Imagine starting your day knowing you’re making a real difference—helping kids get to where they need to go safely while being part of a community-focused organization. At the Y, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find purpose, connection, and the chance to positively impact lives every single day.

About the Role

The Summit Area YMCA is looking for a dependable, safety-minded, and kid-friendly School Bus Driver to transport children in our child care and camp programs between schools, YMCA locations, and activity sites. This role plays an essential part in creating a safe, welcoming, and fun experience for our youth participants.

If you’re interested in more hours, this role may be upgraded to Full-Time by working in another department during non-driving hours—perfect for those with skills in childcare, membership services, aquatics, maintenance, or other YMCA departments.

You Might Be the Right Candidate if you:

• Have prior experience driving a school bus
• Enjoy working with children and have a friendly, approachable personality
• Hold a valid NJ Commercial Driver’s License with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements (or are willing and able to obtain them)
• Communicate effectively and work well with people from diverse backgrounds
• Bring a big smile and a commitment to safety every single day

Salary & Benefits:

The salary range for his role is $25 -$35 /hour, based on experience. This Part Time Bus Driver position is scheduled to work up to 25 hours per week. The current Bus Driver hours are Monday - Friday 7:00am- 9:00am, 11 - 12:00pm and 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

There is an opportunity to work an additional hours each week in another department making this a full time role with benefits. The Summit Area YMCA offers generous employee benefits including a free YMCA membership, continued professional development training, and 12% salary contribution to your retirement plan upon eligibility.

At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.

Requirements

• A current NJ Commercial Driver’s License with School Bus and Passenger endorsements.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to relate well to children and adults.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

About the Summit Area YMCA:

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world-class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.