School Bus Driver & Cook - Mon-Fri Benefits

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Childcare Discount

Job summary

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center is seeking a Bus Driver & Cook to safely transport school-age children, assist in classrooms, and prepare meals. You’ll greet families warmly, follow safety procedures, and participate in ongoing trainings.

The role includes cleaning and maintenance duties, with a Monday–Friday schedule and benefits. The center offers health, dental, vision insurance; 401(k); PTO and holidays; childcare discounts; and professional development opportunities,

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must pass background checks and be able to evacuate the vehicle in emergencies.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to complete upon hire).
• Completion of Safe Kids Buckle Up training (provided by the center).
• Willingness to complete required DHHS training and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport children to and from school and on field trips.
• Perform head counts and post-trip walk-throughs to ensure safety.
• Provide high-quality, positive interactions supporting each child’s needs.
• Carry out weekly bus inspections and report findings to the Director.
• Complete light cleaning on the bus and around the center; maintain licensing compliance.
• Greet parents and children warmly and professionally.
• Assist classrooms with daily routines and light cleaning as needed.
• In the Cook role, prepare nutritious meals and snacks in a safe kitchen; serve meals.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

CPR/First Aid

Safe Kids Buckle Up training

DHHS training completion

Background checks

Emergency vehicle evacuation

Willingness to complete trainings

Age 21+

Physical stamina (lift 65lbs)

Job description

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center is seeking a Bus Driver & Cook to safely transport school-age children, assist in classrooms, and prepare meals. You’ll greet families warmly, follow safety procedures, and participate in ongoing trainings.

The role includes cleaning and maintenance duties, with a Monday–Friday schedule and benefits. The center offers health, dental, vision insurance; 401(k); PTO and holidays; childcare discounts; and professional development opportunities,