CDL School Bus Driver (Head Start) | 30 Hours/Week | Summers & Holidays Off
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Overview
Job Description
CDL with School Bus & Passenger Endorsements Required
Looking for a rewarding driving career with a family-friendly schedule?
Join the STEP, Inc. Head Start Transportation team and help ensure children arrive safely and ready to learn each day. As a Head Start School Bus Driver, you will play an important role in supporting young children and families while enjoying a schedule that offers time for what matters most. This position is based on the school calendar and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community every day.
Pay Rate: $19.59 per hour.
Why You'll Love This Position
- Approximately 30 hours per week
- School holidays off
- Summers off*
- Bus aides ride with students, allowing drivers to focus on safe transportation
- Make a positive impact on young children and families
- Be part of a mission-driven organization serving the community
Opportunities for additional work during the summer months if desired.
What You'll Do
- Safely transport Head Start students on established school bus routes.
- Operate a school bus in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Perform student safety checks and participate in required safety drills.
- Maintain accurate records and reports related to transportation activities.
- Communicate professionally with children, families, school staff, and coworkers.
- Help create a safe, positive, and welcoming transportation experience for every child.
- Utilize onboard technology and GPS systems as required.
Apply Today
If you're a qualified CDL driver looking for a meaningful position with 30 hours per week, school holidays off, summers off, and support from bus aides on board, we'd love to hear from you.
Drive with purpose. Support young learners. Build brighter futures.
Requirements
Applicants must possess:
- Valid Pennsylvania CDL (Class B or C)
- School Bus (S) Endorsement
- Passenger (P) Endorsement
- Valid Pennsylvania School Bus Driver Physical Examination and Endorsement credentials
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Strong commitment to safety and customer service
Preferred
- Previous professional passenger transportation or school bus driving experience.
Benefits
STEP, Inc. offers a generous benefits package:
✔ Flexible health insurance options to fit YOUR needs
✔ Agency-paid dental, vision, and life insurance
✔ 403(b) retirement savings with generous employer match
✔ Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA) options
✔ Short- and long-term disability insurance
✔ Paid Time Off (PTO) and Long-Term Sick Leave
✔ Paid holidays
✔ Optional flexible benefits
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