Part-Time School Bus Driver - Flexible Schedule & Training

First Student; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Training provided

Insurance options

401(k) matching

Part-time schedule

Guaranteed minimum hours

Career advancement

Job summary

First Student is hiring a Part-Time School Bus Driver in Mission Viejo, CA. You will start mornings with student pickups and return them home in the afternoon, with potential hours for field trips and events. Training is provided and no prior experience is required.

You will drive safely, supervise boarding, and communicate with families while keeping students secure on daily routes. This role emphasizes teamwork and community impact.

Qualifications

• No experience required; expert training provided.
• DOT drug testing may apply.
• Part-time schedule with AM/PM routes and weekday hours.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading; assist with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and address issues.
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about delays or behavior.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service during daily routes.

Skills

Age 21+

Valid driver\'s license

3+ years driving

Customer service

Willing to train

Job description

First Student is hiring a Part-Time School Bus Driver in Mission Viejo, CA. You will start mornings with student pickups and return them home in the afternoon, with potential hours for field trips and events. Training is provided and no prior experience is required.

You will drive safely, supervise boarding, and communicate with families while keeping students secure on daily routes. This role emphasizes teamwork and community impact.