Special Education School Bus Driver

DS Bus Lines; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Annual Increase

Paid training

Paid holidays

PTO

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

401k with company match

Earned wage access

Job summary

Transit Team, Inc. in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Special Needs School Bus Driver to transport students safely to and from school and activities. Starting pay is $27.00 per hour with full benefits and annual increases. Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring child safety, and DOT compliance.

The employer emphasizes equal opportunity and a commitment to safe, reliable transportation for students with disabilities in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Class C CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• DOT medical certification required.
• Maintain a clean driving record and dependable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Arrive at destinations on schedule.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Conduct child checks after each route.
• Use navigation tools to plan efficient routes.
• Maintain a clean, fueled, and well-maintained vehicle.
• Keep accurate mileage and maintenance records.
• Interact with students, parents, and staff professionally.

Skills

CDL

Endorsements

DOT certification

Clean driving record

Dependable

Job description

Transit Team, Inc. Employer of choice! Voted best company to work for by US News & World Report for 2025-2026!

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Compensation: Starting pay $27.00/hr. Full Benefits. Annual Increase.

A Special Needs School Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students safely and on time from their pickup point to school and back. This includes performing pre-trip inspections, ensuring child safety, and maintaining compliance with DOT regulations.

Benefits

• Full Benefits
• Annual Increase
• Paid training
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with a company match
• Earned wage access available with Tapcheck
• And More!

Requirements

• Class C CDL (or higher)
• Passenger and School Bus endorsements
• DOT medical certification
• Clean driving record
• Dependable

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities
• Arrive at destinations on schedule
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Conduct child checks after each route
• Use navigation tools to plan efficient routes
• Maintain a clean, fueled, and well-maintained vehicle
• Keep accurate mileage and maintenance records
• Interact with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
• Perform other duties as assigned

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Transit Team is the largest paratransit provider in the state of Minnesota. For more than 65 years, we have led the region in providing safe, reliable and exceptional service to the elderly and people with disabilities all across the Twin Cities metropolitan area. It is truly a privilege to provide independence to the passengers we consider family.

Why Beacon Mobility

We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits.

Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day.

Who we are Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years Customized mobility solutions Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities Nearly 20,000 employees strong

What we do best People First Safety Always School Bus & Special Education Paratransit Non‑Emergency Medical Alternative Student Transportation

Why it matters Transportation creates opportunity Mobility builds independence Every Ride Matters