Bus Driver - Transportation

Young World Physical Education; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Lawrence, MI, is seeking a Bus Driver for the Special Education program. The role requires safe operation of a school bus in accordance with state laws and regulations. Ideal candidates must possess a valid driver's license, a high school diploma, and be physically capable. Responsibilities include delivering students safely, maintaining accurate student records, and completing necessary reports. This position offers regular employment and is open until filled.

Qualifications

• Completion of State School Bus Driver Training Program required.
• Previous experience as a school bus driver preferred.
• Work Experience: Previous experience as a school bus driver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe operation of the school bus according to laws and good judgement.
• Deliver students to assigned buildings promptly.
• Prepare an accident report immediately after every accident.
• Respond to bus radio and deliver students on time.

Skills

Satisfactory performance on tests

Physical strength to perform tasks

Drug test

Student pickup tracking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Bus Driver - Transportation

Van Buren Intermediate School District TRANSPORTATION - Lawrence, Michigan

Job ID: 5293207

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The overall job goal of the Special Education Bus Driver is to provide safe operation of the school bus, according to good judgement and the laws of the State of Michigan.

Location of Work

VBISD Transportation

635 Blackman Street

Lawrence, MI 49064

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required

Certification: Completion of State School Bus Driver Training Program required

Work Experience: Previous experience as a school bus driver preferred

Skills

• Exhibit satisfactory performance on both a written and driving competency test
• Possess the physical strength to perform the required tasks

Essential Job Functions

• Valid driver's license required
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Subject to random drug testing.
• Maintain a current list of students picked up, in order of pick up.
• Notify the transportation office of student address changes.
• Be prepared to respond to bus radio.
• Deliver students to assigned buildings, promptly.
• Discontinue bus service to a particular student only when notified to do so by the transportation office.
• Have children pass in front of the bus when entering or leaving the bus.
• Prepare an accident report immediately after every accident involving the bus.
• Assist the bus aide with care and supervision of the children in the event of an emergency.
• Assist the school in communicating with the home and vice-versa.
• Notify the transportation office, no later than 5:30 am, in the event of your absence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.

Terms of Employment

As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

This posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD’s website at www.vbisd.org under Employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.

Position is open until filled.

In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.

Position Type: Regular

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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