Special Education School Bus Driver

Leesel Transportation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly pay increase

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Leesel Transportation in Minneapolis, MN is hiring for a Special Needs School Bus Driver. This position offers a starting pay of $27.00/hr along with comprehensive benefits including yearly pay increases and paid training. Drivers will be responsible for ensuring student safety, performing vehicle inspections, and maintaining professional interaction with parents and staff.

Ideal candidates must possess a Class C CDL with appropriate endorsements and have a clean driving record. Join us today for a fulfilling career!

Qualifications

• Hold a Class C CDL or higher with passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Maintain a clean driving record.
• Must be dependable and able to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Use navigation tools for route planning.

Skills

Dependable

Clean driving record

Communication in English

Education

Class C CDL or higher with endorsements

DOT medical certification

Job description

Transit Team, Inc.

Employer of choice! Voted best company to work for by US News & World Report for 2025-2026!

Looking for a rewarding and flexible job? Join our team of dedicated School Bus Drivers and make a difference in your community!

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

• Yearly pay 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!
• Military encouraged to apply

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

Apply to become a Special Needs School Bus Driver today and start a fulfilling career!

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.