Van Driver (8 Positions Available)

Independent School District 272 Eden Prairie; United States; On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/hospital coverage for single

Dental coverage

Long‑term disability insurance

Workers Compensation coverage

Life Insurance

403B plan with district match

Paid sick leave

Paid personal leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Eden Prairie Public Schools seeks a Van Driver to safely transport students to and from school and related programs. The role uses district vans and covers routes within Eden Prairie and the Twin Cities metro, including students with special needs who require patience and consistent support.

The position follows a split shift from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 1:45 PM to 4:45 PM, 178 working days per year, with a minimum 3.5 hours per day; a CDL is not required, and paid training is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid MN driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Pass pre-employment 5‑panel drug screening.
• Ability to obtain required district certifications.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students using district vehicles.
• Follow morning and afternoon routes with split-shift schedule.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Follow instructions

Relationship building

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid MN driver's license

Job description

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING

Van Driver

Position Overview

The van driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and school‑related programs using district-owned vans or other approved district vehicles. Routes may include transportation within Eden Prairie Schools and throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Students transported may include students with special needs requiring patience, professionalism, and consistent support. This position follows a split‑shift schedule with morning and afternoon route responsibilities and offers a minimum guarantee of 3.5 hours per day. No Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required. Paid training is provided.

Location

Transportation

Rate of Pay

$23.02 per hour (2026‑2027 Pay Rate)

Education / Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid MN driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Experience

• Experience working with children or students preferred
• Experience transporting passengers or driving professionally preferred
• Experience working with students with special needs preferred

Qualifications

• Ability to successfully pass a pre‑employment 5‑panel drug screening
• Subject to district Non‑DOT random drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Ability to obtain required district certifications
• Ability to work split shifts between morning and afternoon routes
• Ability to safely operate vans and district vehicles in varying traffic and weather conditions
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to develop positive relationships with students and families

Hours Per Day

5

Start & End Times

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM

1:45 PM – 4:45 PM

(Exact times may vary depending on route assignment)

Working Days Per Year

178

Benefits

• Medical/hospital coverage for single or family with generous contributions by the district
• Excellent dental coverage for single or family, at no cost to the employee
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Workers Compensation coverage
• Life Insurance
• 403B tax‑deferred savings plan with district match
• Paid sick leave
• Paid personal leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity

Eden Prairie Public Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives and regulations of Federal, State and Local governing bodies or agencies. Eden Prairie Public Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.