School Van Driver

Linden Oaks; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Linden Oaks in Buena Park, CA is seeking a part-time School Van Driver to safely transport students on assigned routes during a split shift (6:00–9:00 a.m. and 2:00–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday) with a school-year calendar and paid training.

The role supports students with diverse needs and emphasizes safety, reliability, and a welcoming transportation experience. Requirements include a California driver’s license with a clean record, age 23 or older, and a high school diploma; experience with

Qualifications

• CA driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Must be 23 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with students with special needs preferred

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school along assigned routes and schedules.
• Foster a calm, positive, and supportive environment while students are in transit.
• Support students with a wide range of abilities, remaining attentive to their needs and safety.
• Maintain compliance with state and organizational safety regulations at all times.
• Conduct vehicle inspections, follow reporting procedures, and ensure cleanliness of assigned vans.
• Communicate professionally with school staff, and supervisors regarding student needs, route changes, and incidents.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Situational awareness

Safe driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

School Van Driver – Buena Park Campus
Schedule:Split shift: 6:00–9:00 a.m. & 2:00–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday
Work Calendar:School year calendar + 20 summer program days + paid training
Status:Part-time, Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour

Do you take pride in ensuring safety and supporting students with diverse needs? Join Linden Oaks as a School Van Driver and help our students start and end their day with a safe, reliable, and welcoming transportation experience. With over 65 years of serving students with language, learning, emotional, and neurologically-based needs -including Autism Spectrum Disorder - you’ll play a key role in connecting young learners to the support and education they deserve.

What You’ll Do

• Safely transport students to and from school along assigned routes and schedules.
• Foster a calm, positive, and supportive environment while students are in transit.
• Support students with a wide range of abilities, remaining attentive to their needs and safety.
• Maintain compliance with state and organizational safety regulations at all times.
• Conduct vehicle inspections, follow reporting procedures, and ensure cleanliness of assigned vans.
• Communicate professionally with school staff, and supervisors regarding student needs, route changes, and incidents.

What We’re Looking For

• Current California driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Must be 23 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with students with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, and situational awareness in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and respond appropriately in emergencies.
• Commitment to reliability and professionalism - our students count on you!

Compliance Requirements:

• SB 88 compliance, including annual physical and participation in random drug testing.

Why Linden Oaks?

• Meaningful work that supports students with unique learning profiles.
• A collaborative, mission-driven team that values every role.
• Paid training and growth opportunities within a caring school community.
• A chance to make a difference twice a day, every school day.

Help us ensure every student arrives ready to learn and thrive.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:

Linden Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, or any other legally protected status.