CDL Special Education School Bus Driver (Calendar Year)

Mansfield-Public-Schools; Mansfield (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Mansfield Public Schools in Mansfield, MA is seeking a CDL Special Education School Bus Driver for a calendar year position. The role involves transporting district students and adult chaperones on assigned routes and during school activities.

Responsibilities include assisting students on/off the bus, monitoring behavior, operating wheelchair lift, and performing daily vehicle inspections. Starting date is immediate with a full-time schedule and local duties in Mansfield.

Qualifications

• CDL Class C with passenger and school endorsements.
• MA DPU Motor Bus Driver Certificate.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Transport district special education students between home and school on assigned routes.
• Assist students on and off the bus according to individual needs.
• Monitor student behavior to maintain a safe environment.
• Operate wheelchair lift, harness, and other equipment safely.
• Communicate with teachers, parents and Transportation Manager as needed.
• Perform daily safety inspections and report repairs or incidents.

Education

CDL Class C with passenger and school endorsements

MA DPU Motor Bus Driver Certificate

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

CDL Special Education School Bus Driver (Calendar Year)

Mansfield Public Schools Mansfield Public Schools - Mansfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Transport district special education students (and adult chaperones as needed) between home and school following an assigned bus route, as well as for school activities
• Assist students on and off the bus according to their individual needs, including emergency exit
• Monitor student behavior to maintain a safe environment
• Operate wheelchair lift, harness, and other special equipment safely
• Communicate with teachers, parents, transportation manager, and the Special Education Director as needed
• Perform daily safety inspection of vehicle(s) including fuel check, check fluid levels and report repair needs and complete incident reports as required
• Occasionally perform work beyond the standard 40-hour work week
• Maintain all licensing and certificates and submit to random drug and alcohol screenings
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Job Details

Job ID: 5982690

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 04, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

Requirements include:

• Regularly lift 15 – 35 pounds. May be required to reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Use emergency exit without assistance
• Clear bus of snow and ice accumulation due to inclement weather

Certifications include:

• CDL License Class C with passenger and school endorsements
• MA DPU Motor Bus Driver Certificate
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 60 days of employment

Salary Range:

• $27.46 hr. - $29.84 per hour (depending on experience)

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Leslie Green , Transportation Manager
• 2 Park Row
• Mansfield, Massachusetts 02048
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]