Full Time Substitute Bus Driver (2026-2027) - Transportation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Retirement plan

Paid sick leave

Life insurance

Optional dental and vision benefits

Job summary

Young World Physical Education, located in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, is seeking a Full Time Substitute Bus Driver for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves safely operating a school bus for student transportation, performing vehicle inspections, and assisting students with special needs. This full-time position offers a 10-month contract with benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and sick leave. Willingness to obtain a CDL is required by hire. Interested candidates should apply before May 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a CDL with required endorsements.
• Provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus safely for student transportation.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of the bus.
• Assist in loading and unloading physically and mentally handicapped students as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement

Job description

Full Time Substitute Bus Driver (2026-2027) - Transportation

Bullitt County Schools Transportation Department - Shepherdsville, Kentucky

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Job Details

Job ID: 5679982

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.

2025-2026 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.

• Applicants 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

We are committed to Moving Forward with our staff! Benefits include:

• Retirement: Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
• Life Insurance (Total $50,000): $20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky and $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. Come 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• David Phelps, Director of Transportation
• Transportation Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]