Substitute Bus Driver

Le Mars Community School District; Le Mars (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Le Mars Community School District in Le Mars, Iowa is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver to cover routes as needed. The role requires a CDL with air brake, passenger and S endorsements and completion of the district's bus driver training within six months.

The district provides a substitute schedule with competitive pay per hour and a post-offer drug screen is required. Immediate starting date and part-time status support flexible staffing for the schools.

Qualifications

• Must possess a CDL with air brake, passenger and S endorsements.
• Complete the 12-hour School Bus Driver course within 6 months of employment.
• Post offer drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Drive substitute routes as needed and adhere to district policies.
• Maintain safety and discipline on the bus and ensure student welfare while transporting.

Skills

CDL license

Air brake endorsement

Passenger endorsement

S endorsement

Bus driver training

Job description

Le Mars Community School District Le Mars Community School District - Le Mars, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Substitute Bus Driver

Le Mars Community School District Le Mars Community School District - Le Mars, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5903120
Application Deadline: Sep 01, 2027 12:30 AM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a substitute position as needed. Must possess a CDL or have the ability to obtain a CDL including air brake, passenger and "S" endorsements. Substitutes must complete the 12-hour School Bus Driver course within 6 months of employment and complete the school district's training program.

The 2026-27 rate is $24.01 per hour and $19.83 per hour for activity drivers.

A post offer/pre-employment drug screen is required.

Position Type: Part-Time

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the LeMars Community Schools to extend equal opportunities to all employees and to applicants for employment who meet the qualifications established for a class or a position for which the application is made. It is also the policy of this district not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical/mental handicap or disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or socio-economic status.

Contact Information

• Lisa Eisma
• 940 Lincoln St SW
• Le Mars, Iowa 51031
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]