School Bus Driver - CDL Required

Rival; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Maureen Joy Charter School in Durham, NC is seeking a part-time School Bus Driver for the 2026-27 school year, with the option to move to full-time. The role involves picking up and dropping off students on established routes, and may include field trips and events.

A CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements is required, along with the ability to pass a background check and drug screening. Spanish speakers and prior school system experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Previous experience in a school system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school on established routes, and for field trips and events.
• Follow safety protocols and enforce bus rules.
• Perform daily vehicle inspection and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain a safe, punctual, and professional environment on the bus.

Skills

Customer service

Spanish speaker

Education

Commercial Driver License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our Maureen Joy Charter School family!

We look forward to receiving your application!

Maureen Joy Charter School is seeking a School Bus Driver for the 2026-27 school year.

This position is part time with the option of full time available.

WorkHours

Monday – Friday split shift, Approximate work hours are 6:30am - 8:30 am and 3:00 pm - 5:30pm.

Rate of Pay

beginning salary at $21.37 /hour (based on experience)

$21.37 - $30.95 an hour

Commercial Driver License (CDL)

A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is required to operate a school bus.

Job Responsibilities

School bus drivers pick-up and drop-off students via established routes to and from school. They may also transport students and faculty for field trips, sporting events, summer camps, and other school-related activities. School bus drivers must be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers. They must verify that their vehicles are operating properly each day by testing brakes, tires and other components by submitting a daily vehicle maintenance report. Drivers are also responsible for maintaining a safe environment within the bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements
• Excellent customer service skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
• Spanish speakers and prior experience in a school system is a plus

Maureen Joy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply.