School Bus Driver — Safe Routes, Sign-On Bonus & Training

North America Central School Bus; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Guaranteed daily hours

Community impact

Safety-focused environment

Training and development

Professional team

Job summary

North America Central School Bus is seeking a meticulous School Bus Driver to safely transport students and provide a welcoming, reliable experience. The role emphasizes safety, early-morning hours, and community impact across IL routes.

You'll operate and manage routes, assist students, conduct basic safety checks, and participate in ongoing training. A sign-on bonus is offered and professionalism is valued in a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid operator's license with endorsements and permits.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on regular, spare, or charter routes.
• Read and follow route sheets, maps, street signs, and routing devices.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including child checks.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus, incl. wheelchair lifts.
• Maintain a safe environment and manage students.
• Communicate professionally with staff, parents, and students.
• Attend safety meetings and training sessions.
• Conduct emergency evacuations when necessary, including use of emergency exits.
• Clean interior and exterior of the bus.
• Perform additional duties as required by contract.

Skills

Verbal communication

Early mornings

Independent work

Professional appearance

Safety compliance

Policy adherence

Technology literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

North America Central School Bus is seeking a meticulous School Bus Driver to safely transport students and provide a welcoming, reliable experience. The role emphasizes safety, early-morning hours, and community impact across IL routes.

You'll operate and manage routes, assist students, conduct basic safety checks, and participate in ongoing training. A sign-on bonus is offered and professionalism is valued in a safety-focused team.