School Bus Charter Driver

First Student; Parkville (MO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Career advancement

EAP

Discount program

Sign-on bonus

Bonuses for safety/attendance

Job summary

First Student in Parkville, MO is hiring School Bus Charter Drivers. No experience is required as comprehensive training is provided. The role offers part-time, flexible shifts (AM/PM routes) with no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required, and opportunities for advancement across 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.

Drivers will transport students, supervise boarding, and ensure safety with seatbelts and mobility aids. DOT drug testing applies to safety-sensitive positions.

Qualifications

• No experience is necessary; expert training provided.
• Part-time, flexible schedule: AM/PM routes, weekdays only; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers 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.
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about delays or student behavior.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Customer service

Leadership

Tools

CDL training

CLP training

Job description

Now Hiring School Bus Charter Drivers - Parkville, MO

As a School Bus Charter Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available.

No experience is necessary to become a school bus charter driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

School Bus Charter Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $23.69 per hour
• Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
• Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.
• Safety or Attendance bonuses**
• Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus***

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; 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, emergency exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Bus Charter Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
• People who enjoy working with children

You might be a good fit as a School Bus Charter Driver if you:

• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years
• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
• Enjoy working with students

Note:

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Great School Bus Charter Drivers often bring skills such as:

• Valid Class B License
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective 01/01/26 - 11/31/26.

Safety and/or Attendance bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective 01/01/26 - 11/31/26.

Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective until 07/31/26.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.