School Bus Driver Jobs
School Bus Driver jobs are open across public school districts, private school systems, and charter networks, from entry-level routes to lead driver and trainer roles, with specializations in special needs transportation, activity trip driving, and over-the-road school charter service. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Krapf School Bus is seeking Drivers to join the team in the York area, servicing Red Lion Area School District students.
Fantastic Part-Time Opportunity. No experience required – paid training to obtain your Commercial Driver License and Bonus incentives. This is a great driving job if you are looking for a consistent part time schedule with steady income, especially if you are a ride share driver, gig worker, retiree, stay-at-home parent, or college student. Very Competitive Pay!
Enjoy more time off and room for growth as you try something new!
If you have had a valid drivers’ license for at least one year, and can pass a background check, we want to hear from you!Split schedule – part-time, 20-25 hours per week
- 9.5 months out of the year/38 weeks (summer work available!)
- Opportunities always exist to sign up for additional hours (sports, trips, extended/summer programs)
- Drivers may bring their children to work
In this position you can expect:·
Very competitive pay: $84.00-$109.00 per day
- Teladoc service 100% covered by company (virtual healthcare – can treat and diagnose most non-emergency conditions, prescribe medicine)
- Other benefits: dental, vision, life insurance, disability, employee assistance
- Paid training
- Up to $250 Training Completion Bonus *terms apply*
- Advancement opportunities: move into a full-time trainer, dispatcher or operations manager role
- You will qualify for health insurance benefits if you average 130+ hours per month over a year, through opportunities to sign up for extra driving.
About the Company: Krapf School Bus is a family-owned and operated transportation business established in 1942, by George Krapf, Jr., to provide pupil transportation for the local municipalities. Initially operating with two school buses, the company has grown and expanded, not only in size, but also in scope and diversity. Krapf School Bus is now one of the largest private providers of contracted school bus transportation in the nation, with operations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and New York.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Krapf School Bus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Krapf School Bus is seeking Drivers to join the team in the York area, servicing Red Lion Area School District students.
Fantastic Part-Time Opportunity. No experience required – paid training to obtain your Commercial Driver License and Bonus incentives. This is a great driving job if you are looking for a consistent part time schedule with steady income, especially if you are a ride share driver, gig worker, retiree, stay-at-home parent, or college student. Very Competitive Pay!
Enjoy more time off and room for growth as you try something new!
If you have had a valid drivers’ license for at least one year, and can pass a background check, we want to hear from you!Split schedule – part-time, 20-25 hours per week
- 9.5 months out of the year/38 weeks (summer work available!)
- Opportunities always exist to sign up for additional hours (sports, trips, extended/summer programs)
- Drivers may bring their children to work
In this position you can expect:·
Very competitive pay: $84.00-$109.00 per day
- Teladoc service 100% covered by company (virtual healthcare – can treat and diagnose most non-emergency conditions, prescribe medicine)
- Other benefits: dental, vision, life insurance, disability, employee assistance
- Paid training
- Up to $250 Training Completion Bonus *terms apply*
- Advancement opportunities: move into a full-time trainer, dispatcher or operations manager role
- You will qualify for health insurance benefits if you average 130+ hours per month over a year, through opportunities to sign up for extra driving.
About the Company: Krapf School Bus is a family-owned and operated transportation business established in 1942, by George Krapf, Jr., to provide pupil transportation for the local municipalities. Initially operating with two school buses, the company has grown and expanded, not only in size, but also in scope and diversity. Krapf School Bus is now one of the largest private providers of contracted school bus transportation in the nation, with operations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and New York.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Krapf School Bus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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#RLB
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Who's Hiring
- First Student134
- Rohrer Bus18
- NRT Bus13
- Dean Transportation13
- Lincoln County Schools10
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school bus driver jobs.
- Valid commercial driver's license with P and S endorsements
- Clean motor vehicle record with no major violations
- Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screening
- CPR and first aid certification or willingness to obtain
- Experience managing student behavior and maintaining order on routes
- Familiarity with pre-trip vehicle inspection procedures and safety protocols
Tips for Your School Bus Driver Job Search
List your CDL endorsements prominently
Your commercial driver's license class and endorsements, especially the P endorsement for passenger transport and the S endorsement for school buses, should appear at the top of your resume before your work history. Many applicant tracking systems filter resumes on these fields first.
Highlight your clean driving record
Most districts require a motor vehicle record check going back three to ten years. Pull your own MVR before applying, note the violation-free years you can honestly claim, and include that figure in your resume summary so hiring managers see it immediately.
Tailor applications to special needs routes
Openings for special education transportation pay more and stay open longer than standard route postings. If you have experience with wheelchair securement, child safety restraint systems, or working alongside a bus aide, call that out explicitly in your cover letter.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school bus driver openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for the pre-hire road skills test
Most districts separate the interview from a practical driving evaluation on their actual bus routes. Practice pre-trip inspection narration out loud, since examiners score your verbal walkthrough of safety checks, not just your driving. Knowing the district's specific bus model in advance helps.
Negotiate your split-shift arrangement upfront
School bus driver schedules often split morning and afternoon runs with a gap in the middle. During the offer stage, clarify whether mid-day hours are paid, whether activity trip assignments are available to fill that gap, and how overtime is calculated for field trips.
School Bus Driver Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school bus drivers?
The most active employers for school bus drivers right now are First Student, Rohrer Bus, and NRT Bus, and the most openings are in New York, New Jersey, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large student transportation contractors and urban public school districts tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many school bus driver jobs are remote?
About 0% of school bus driver openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since the role is almost entirely in-person and route-based. The sub-areas most likely to allow any remote component are dispatcher or routing coordinator positions that overlap with the driver role at smaller districts.
How do you become a school bus driver?
Start by obtaining a commercial driver's license with the passenger and school bus endorsements, which requires passing written knowledge tests and a skills road test. Most states also require a background check, a DOT physical, drug screening, and a district-administered pre-trip inspection test. New hires typically complete paid behind-the-wheel training on actual routes before driving solo.
Can you get hired as a school bus driver with no experience?
Yes, many school districts and student transportation companies hire candidates with no prior bus driving experience as long as you hold the required CDL endorsements and pass the background and physical requirements. Emphasize any customer-facing or safety-sensitive roles from your past, such as delivery driving, childcare work, or security positions, to show you can manage responsibility and remain calm under pressure.
What does the school bus driver interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial application review, a phone screen focused on your license status and availability, an in-person interview covering how you handle student discipline and emergency situations, and a practical road skills evaluation on a district bus. Some employers also conduct a separate pre-trip inspection walkthrough and require you to narrate each safety check step by step for the evaluator.
Where can I find and apply to school bus driver jobs?
You can find and apply to school bus driver jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license type, availability, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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