School Bus Driver - Safe, Reliable Student Transport

Kankakee School District 111; Garfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kankakee School District 111 is hiring a Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and other designated sites. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, basic reading and math skills, good vision and hearing, and a CDL with a school bus endorsement.

You will operate a school transportation vehicle and may drive a wheelchair bus, ensuring safety and on-time schedules. The position includes training in safety and first aid, with supervision by the Director of Transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Basic reading and math skills required
• Must be 21+ and have or obtain CDL with school bus endorsement

Responsibilities

• Drives a school transportation vehicle within prescribed routes and schedules
• Transports students to and from school and field trips
• Operates wheelchair bus as needed and secures wheelchair
• Maintains order and discipline according to district policy
• Performs regular safety inspections and reports needed repairs
• Attends safety, first aid, and driver training programs
• Operates a two-way radio and follows supervisor directions

Skills

Basic reading and math skills

Good vision and hearing

Read and write

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL with school bus endorsement

Job description

Kankakee School District 111 is hiring a Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and other designated sites. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, basic reading and math skills, good vision and hearing, and a CDL with a school bus endorsement.

You will operate a school transportation vehicle and may drive a wheelchair bus, ensuring safety and on-time schedules. The position includes training in safety and first aid, with supervision by the Director of Transportation.