Substitute School Bus Driver

South Colonie Central School District; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 26,992 - 38,443; Part time

Job summary

The South Colonie Central School District is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver in Albany, New York. You will be responsible for driving students on assigned routes while ensuring their safety and comfort.

Candidates must hold a New York State Driver's License and be at least 21 years old. A clean driving record is required. This part-time role offers competitive pay and the potential for a permanent position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a New York State Driver's License at the time of appointment.
• Minimum age of 21 is required.
• Good knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus on assigned routes.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks related to bus operation.
• Interact positively with children.

Skills

Driving safety practices

Ability to operate a bus under difficult conditions

Mechanical aptitude

Dependability

Good physical condition

Education

Eligibility for appropriate level New York State Driver's License

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Substitute School Bus Driver

REPORTING TO: Director of Transportation

SALARY: $23.75per hour (2025-2026rate)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Drives a school bus on an assigned route and may perform minor maintenance tasks in connection with such operation; does related work as required.

Good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations; ability to operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions; ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle; get along well with children and command their respect; mechanical aptitude; mental alertness; dependability; good physical condition.

Eligibility for the appropriate level New York State Driver's License at the time of application. Possession of a license at the time of appointment. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age

Why Become a Bus Driver?

• Do you like to drive?
• Do you relate well to children?
• Are you looking for a part-time position that coordinates with your child’s school day?
• Do you want to earn a competitive wage for part-time work?
• Do you have a clean driving record?
• Have you recently retired?

If any or all of the above apply...then becoming a bus driver may be the career for you. We will train you to get a commercial driver's license. Great potential to move into a permanent part-time position with benefits.

For more information on becoming a bus driver, please contact the South Colonie Transportation Department at [phone], or visit the Bus Garage at 2 Winston Place, Albany, NY 12205.