Bus Drivers (Multiple Routes Available) (2026-2027) - Transportation

Young World Physical Education; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 28,805 - 31,808; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring Bus Drivers for the 2026-2027 school year in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. The position involves safely transporting students to and from school, events, and trips. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to obtain a CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement. This full-time position offers benefits, scheduling hours of 6.5 to 8 hours per day and a salary based on experience, starting at $20.91/hour. Join us to inspire and shape student futures!

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain a CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement.
• Previous experience working with students is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus over designated routes according to time schedules.
• Provide safe and efficient transportation for students.
• Perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of the vehicle.

Skills

CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement

Experience working with students

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bus Drivers (Multiple Routes Available) (2026-2027) - Transportation

Bullitt County Schools Transportation Department – Shepherdsville, Kentucky

Job Details

Job ID: 5680063

Application Deadline: May 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: May 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Join us for the 2026-2027 school year.

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for district students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

Position Details

Hours: 6.5 to 8 hours per day – depending on route (plus a 30‑minute unpaid lunch)

Contract Length: 179 days per year

• 170 student instructional days
• 4 holidays
• 5 extended days

Contract Adjustments: Contracted days will be prorated based on the start date

Employment Status: Full-time with benefits

Employment Type: 10‑month employee on the classified pay schedule

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education:
  • High school diploma or GED
• Documentation: Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement.

Compensation & Experience Credit

Salary for the 2026-2027 school year will be based on Board approved salary schedule.

Pay Scale

• Starting Pay (Step 0): $20.91/hour
• Experienced Pay (Step 10): $23.09/hour

We value experience! Previous experience working with students, intervention systems, and small-group instruction is strongly desired.

New hires may bring up to 10 years of comparable, full-time, verified experience.

• New hires must submit the BCPS Verification of Experience Form to prior employers for completion and return to HR.

Payroll Note: While this is an hourly position, the salary is distributed via a year-long contract over 10 months. You will receive 4 paychecks at the end of June.

Salary Formula: Hours per day × Hourly rate = Daily rate. Daily rate × Contracted days = Annual salary. Annual salary ÷ Remaining pay periods = Gross biweekly pay.

Benefits of Joining BCPS

• Retirement: Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
• Life Insurance: Total $50,000 – $20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky, $30,000 paid by BCPS.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive Health Insurance (employee premium based on plan selected) or Waiver HRA options.
• Time Off: Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Emergency Leave (prorated). Unused Personal Leave rolls over to Sick Leave. Unused Sick Leave rolls over.
• Optional Benefits: Dental, Vision, Sick Leave Bank Membership, Bloodborne Pathogen/Hepatitis B (3‑dose immunization series), and additional voluntary coverage through American Fidelity.

Why Join BCPS?

At Bullitt County Public Schools, we believe in growing forward—together. Help create supportive, inclusive learning environments where students feel encouraged and empowered. Your role matters, your voice matters, and your work creates a lasting impact.

Join us. Inspire students. Shape futures. Help us keep Moving Forward.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• David Phelps, Director of Transportation
• Transportation Department
• Phone: 502‑869‑8030
• Email: [e-mail]