Substitute Bus Driver Pool (variable hours per day) 2026-27 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Springfield, Oregon, seeks Substitute School Bus Drivers to support transportation for students with a flexible/split schedule. The role requires CDL efforts, safety-first driving, and solid communication with students, staff, and parents.

Work hours include early morning and late afternoon shifts, with a four-hour minimum daily expectation. Training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon CDL or ability to obtain per district timelines.
• Medical Examiner's Certificate required.
• ODE Pupil Transportation Certificate required.
• First Aid/CPR Card required.
• Ability to drive vans and buses.
• Split shift availability and reliability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to cultural competency and diversity.
• Available for driver training/testing before start.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from designated locations including school and field trips.
• Drive on split shifts (M–F, 6:00am–9:00am and 1:30pm–4:30pm) and cover routes as needed.
• Maintain a minimum of 20 hours per month and communicate availability weekly.
• Assist and supervise students with safety and behavior as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Split shift ability

Cultural competency

Clear communication

Education

CDL (Class C or higher)

Medical Examiner's Certificate

ODE Pupil Transportation Certificate

First Aid/CPR Card

Job description

Overview

Substitute Bus Driver Pool (variable hours per day) 2026-27 School Year – Springfield SD 19 Transportation, Springfield, Oregon. This job is also posted in Springfield Public Schools - OR.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5835212
• Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 7:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
• Posted: Jul 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Are you looking for meaningful work but need a more flexible schedule? Have you thought about pursuing a career as a bus driver, but didn’t think you were qualified because you don’t have a commercial driver’s license? You do not need a CDL to apply for a bus driver position. Springfield Public Schools is accepting applications for Substitute School Bus Drivers to work split shifts: hours are approximately M–F 6:00am–9:00am and 1:30pm–4:30pm. We are looking for applicants who can pick up shifts as needed, drive students to field trips, or cover a route for a driver who is absent. Drivers accepting work will be guaranteed a minimum of 4 hours per day worked. Candidates who have a current driver’s license but don’t have a CDL will have the opportunity to be trained and obtain a CDL.

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Substitute Bus Driver. The primary function is to support our District mission by safely transporting students to and from designated locations including school, activities and field trips.

Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Required licenses and certificates OR the ability to obtain them within District time frames. These include:
• Valid State of Oregon Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
• Medical Examiner's Certificate
• Oregon Department of Education (ODE) Pupil Transportation Certificate
• Valid First Aid/CPR Card
• Ability to drive vans and buses
• Knowledge of immediate geographic area
• Ability to work with students in a supervisory, supportive and positive capacity
• Desire and ability to work a split shift
• Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies and procedures
• Strong, but appropriate, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability and commitment to practice cultural competency and demonstrate respect for diversity
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, staff and parents using tact, courtesy and good judgment, often in difficult and stressful situations
• Must enjoy children of all ages
• Bilingual/Bi-Cultural individuals encouraged to apply
• Must be available for driver training and/or testing prior to beginning the position

Notice to Candidates

• If candidates do not have a current CDL, they will be required to obtain a CDL permit within ten (10) working days of job offer.
• All candidates will be paid $18.96 per hour until all required licenses, certificates and training are complete. CDL licensed candidates and substitutes will be paid based on experience.
• Substitute Bus Drivers MUST work a minimum of 20 hours per month to maintain active status.
• Substitute Bus Drivers MUST work a minimum of 20 hours per month for the District to reimburse CDL renewal costs including DOT Medical Card and physicals.
• Substitute Bus Drivers MUST call on Monday mornings by 8:00 a.m. during the school year to confirm availability for the upcoming week. Exceptions for advance notice of availability.
• Failure to check in for four (4) consecutive weeks may result in removal from the Substitute Bus Driver list.

Position Type: Part Time

Salary: $19.75 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources, HR
• 640 A Street
• Springfield, Oregon 97477
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]