Part-Time School Bus Driver: Flexible Hours & Growth

First Student; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & life insurance

401(k) with match

Split shifts

Career advancement

EAP program

Employee discounts

Guaranteed minimum hours

Ride-along program

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Part Time School Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school, with morning pickup and afternoon returns. Additional hours for field trips and special events may be available; no experience is necessary.

We provide expert training to help you become a safe, professional driver, plus benefits like medical insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and a guaranteed minimum of four paid hours per day.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Part-time schedule with AM/PM routes; summers off not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, etc.).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about delays or behavior.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Safety awareness

Reliability

Job description

First Student is hiring a Part Time School Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school, with morning pickup and afternoon returns. Additional hours for field trips and special events may be available; no experience is necessary.

We provide expert training to help you become a safe, professional driver, plus benefits like medical insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and a guaranteed minimum of four paid hours per day.