Student Transportation Driver - 2026-2027

El Dorado County Office of Education; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits ($600/mo)

Dental insurance (no-cost)

Life insurance

EAP

Long-term disability

Vision ($4.87/mo)

CalPERS retirement

Job summary

El Dorado County Office of Education is hiring a Student Transportation Driver for the 2026-2027 period to transport special needs students on designated routes. The role requires a valid Class C driver's license and reliable, punctual service on a split shift.

The position is full or part time with 10 months per year and a 197-day schedule; step-based pay applies with benefits including medical, vision, dental and retirement through CalPERS.

Qualifications

• Safe driving history; experience with students is preferred.
• Must pass testing and have a valid driver’s license.

Skills

Safe driving

Reliable

Patient with children

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Student Transportation Driver - 2026-2027 at El Dorado County Office of Education

Application Deadline

9/17/2026 12:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted

8/26/2026

Contact

Danielle Haxton

530-295-2258

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$20.96 - $27.28 Per Hour

Add'l Salary Info

Initial salary placement is on step 1 of the range. Benefits: $600/month toward medical, prorated for less than full time; no-cost dental, life insurance, EAP, long-term disability; $4.87/month vision; CalPERS retirement.

Length of Work Year

Hours vary (See below), 5 days per week, 10 months per year, 197 days per year

Employment Type

Full Time, Part Time

Mandatory Testing

Multiple choice test link will be sent after application deadline and is due by 10:00 p.m. Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Interview Date

TBD

About The Employer

At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.

Job Summary

Only 20 minutes from the Sacramento County line in the beautiful Sierra-Nevada foothills! The El Dorado County Office of Education accepts applications for the position of Driver, on a year round basis, with no application deadline. This posting will be used to create an eligibility list. The eligibility list will be active for a period of six (6) months and will be utilized to fill current and future vacancies in this classification. This position is a split-shift Driver for special needs students. Hours range from 7 to 8 hours per day, depending on available routes. Applicant must possess a valid Class C Driver's License. Applicant must be punctual, reliable, courteous, and able to work with a diverse group of people. 10% differential pay when assigned to a bus (requires bus certification). Job Purpose Statement: Under the general supervision of the Director of Transportation, transports special services students on designated routes.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience: Prior record of safe driving experience and successful interaction with children with special needs. Work experience in an educational setting is preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. *Applications are screened on a regular basis. All applicants are required to pass testing in order to be placed on an eligibility list.*

Comments and Other Information

The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Dave Scroggins, at 530-295-2250. For more information on Title IX, please visit https://www.edcoe.org/Human-Resources/Title-IX-Information/

Links Related To This Job

• About our Special Services Program
• Title IX Information
• EDCOE Website

CalPERS Links

Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.

• CalPERS Retirement Benefits