Bus Drivers - 2025-2026

Transportation; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Winchester Public Schools, Virginia Transportation - Winchester, Virginia, is seeking Bus Drivers for the 2026-2027 school year. Both substitute driver and aide roles require a CDL or eligibility for CDL, with a typical schedule averaging 4.5 hours per day and a full benefits package when working part-time or full-time.

Training will be provided by Winchester Public Schools, including classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction after obtaining a CDL learner’s permit; candidates must have a clean

Qualifications

• CDL License required or be eligible for CDL license.
• Background check and drug test clearance required.
• Clean driving record with 0-5 points and no DUI in past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses on assigned routes in Winchester Public Schools.
• Maintain student safety and discipline as required by policy.
• Document incidents and participate in routine reporting.

Skills

CDL License

Tools

CDL Training

Job description

Bus Drivers - 2026-2027

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Job Details

Job ID: 5158019

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Both positions require a CDL License or be qualified for a CDL license.

Bus Driver/Aide opportunities offer great flexibility for those who desire part-time work (approximately 4.5 hours/day) and a full benefits package for part-time work.

Please note the following requirements which must be completed prior to being hired as a substitute driver or aide.

Training

Selected applicants will be offered training through Winchester Public Schools, which includes the following:

• Classroom Instruction - The next training date is to be determined.
• Behind-the-wheel instruction - Follows successful completion of classroom instruction.

Employment Requirements

• Obtain a CDL Learner's Permit prior to the start of classroom instruction. A permit with the following classification and endorsements is required prior to the start of Behind-the-wheel training:
  • Class B
  • Air Brakes – vehicle equipped with air brakes
  • School Bus – S
  • Passenger - P
• Submit current driving record that reflects the following:
  • 0-5 safe driving points
  • No DUI record within the past 5 years and no more than 2 moving violations within 1 year
• Successful completion of criminal record and background check
• Able to pass required school bus physical and pre-\u2011employment drug test
• Ableto safely operate all busses in the WPS fleet

Pay

During training, the pay rate is $20.00 per hour. Upon completion of training requirements, starting pay is $23.69 per hour. For experienced drivers, credit will be given for prior school bus driving experience with confirmed documentation. The daily work schedule averages 4.5 hours per day, as needed.

Start Date

2026-2027 school year

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sandy Shernick , Human Resources Coordinator
• 598 N. Kent St.
• Winchester, Virginia 22601
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]