School Bus Driver

First Student, Inc.; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay details

Hourly rate

Training rate

CLP/CDL training provided

CLP bonus

Minimum hours

Benefits package

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Career advancement

EAP

Community impact

Employee discounts

Job summary

First Student, Inc. is hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers in Addison, IL to start students' days with safe morning pickups and return trips in the afternoon. No experience is required; we provide expert training to help you become a safe, professional driver.

You will earn $28.00 per hour with a $2,000 sign-on bonus, plus benefits, a flexible split-shift schedule, and opportunities for career advancement across locations in the U.S. & Canada. Join us and make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• No experience is necessary; expert training provided.
• Must meet DOT safety requirements and pass drug testing.
• Part-time schedule with split AM/PM routes.

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; conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Report issues and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Follow traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch as needed.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Skills

Valid Class B License

DOT drug testing

21+ years old

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers

Sign-On Bonus: $2,000*

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available.

No experience is necessary to become a school bus 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 Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Hourly Rate: $28.00 per hour.

• Training Hourly Rate: $21.50 per hour.

• Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided!

• Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus: $750 CLP Bonus if obtained within 7 days; $250 CLP Bonus if obtained within 14 days

• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 5 hours per day at minimum.

• 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.

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 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 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 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.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

*Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective 12.31.2026.

***Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective 10.31.2026.

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.