School Bus Driver

Leesel Transportation; South Fallsburg (NY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Leesel Transportation in South Fallsburg, NY, is seeking a School Bus Driver responsible for safely operating the school bus according to a set schedule. The driver will pick up and drop off students, maintain bus order, and ensure compliance with traffic regulations.

Applicants must hold a valid NYS CDL License with P and S endorsements and meet all NYS School Bus Driver requirements. Starting pay is $24.00 per hour with morning hours from 6:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and afternoon hours from 1:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Must complete NYS and Federal background checks for working with children.
• Provide valid forms of identification for employment.
• Permit company to contact three references.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the school bus in compliance with laws.
• Perform daily bus inspections.
• Maintain order and discipline on the bus.
• Document any behavioral or disciplinary issues.

Skills

Valid NYS CDL License with P and S endorsements

Knowledge of traffic laws and driving safety practices

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Strong interpersonal skills with children

Ability to adapt to industry technology

Job description

Rolling V Bus Corp.

The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely operating the school bus according to a set daily schedule. The driver must ensure that the bus is in good operating condition at all times, pick up and drop off students as per the schedule, maintain order and security on the bus, and obey all laws, regulations, and rules of conduct. The driver must deal with passengers, parents/guardians, school officials, and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner, receive and report complaints, and respond professionally. School route drivers may volunteer for additional work such as charter trips to community activities.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the school bus in compliance with all relevant laws, policies, and procedures.
• Perform daily pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections.
• Clean the bus as required.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.
• Pick up and drop off students according to a set schedule.
• Ensure students understand their responsibilities as passengers.
• Maintain order and discipline on the bus.
• Document and report any behavioral or disciplinary issues.

Skills And Abilities

• Hold a valid NYS CDL License with P and S endorsements.
• Meet all 19A NYS School Bus Driver requirements.
• Strong knowledge of traffic laws and driving safety practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to interact well with children and earn their respect.
• Ability to adapt to industry technology.

Requirements

• Application & Background Check: Complete all NYS and Federal documents, including background checks for working with children and individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Identification: Provide valid forms of ID for employment.
• References: Permit the company to contact three provided references.
• Other Documentation: Provide a history of residential addresses.

Starting Rate

$24.00 per hour

Work Hours

• Morning: 6:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
• Afternoon: 1:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Hours may increase after placement on a permanent bus route post‑hire).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic, as outlined by federal, state, and local laws.

Rolling V is a family‑owned and managed full‑service transportation company based in the Catskills region of New York State. We have provided safe and dependable transportation services for more than 50 years.