School Bus Driver — Scott City

Job overview

The School Bus Driver role is onsite in Scott City, MO. The listed rate is $17.50 per hour, with training paid at $15.00 per hour; pay depends on experience and qualifications. First Student transports students and passengers to their destinations and describes the driver as a trusted figure for students and families. The driver safely transports students to and from school and activities, supports orderly boarding and unloading, and completes vehicle inspections. The role helps students travel safely while communicating with parents, school staff, and dispatch about behavior or delays.

What you'll do

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities
• supervise boarding and unloading and assist with seatbelts and mobility aids
• maintain order on the bus
• conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• report mechanical issues and keep the bus clean
• follow traffic laws and company safety standards
• communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch. Field trips and special-event transportation may be available.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

school bus driver

student transportation

am/pm split shifts

weekdays only

no nights

no weekends

no holidays

no summers

cdl training provided

scott city mo

$17.50 per hour

training $15 per hour

first student

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options
• 401(k) with company match
• employee assistance program
• employee discounts
• guaranteed minimum hours
• child ride-along program
• CDL training.

Why this role

No experience is necessary; training and Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver’s License training are provided. Part-time split AM/PM weekday routes, with no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required; at least four hours per day are guaranteed. Permit bonus conditions apply and the offer expires July 31, 2026.

About the employer

First Student is hiring for this role. Industry: School and Employee Bus Transportation. Sector: 48.