School Bus Driver & Cook

Job overview

The School Bus Driver & Cook role is onsite in West Des Moines, IA. Compensation is $17–$18 per hour. The role supports children and families by transporting school-age children to and from nearby elementary schools and helping with meals and classroom coverage. The position combines safe student transportation with food preparation and center support. It contributes to children’s daily routines by ensuring safe trips, nutritious meals, and a clean, welcoming environment.

What you'll do

• Transport children to and from school and on field trips
• follow safety procedures, conduct head counts, and check the bus after trips
• perform weekly bus inspections and report findings
• complete light bus and center cleaning
• prepare meals and snacks using safe food-handling practices
• deliver meals and collect dishes
• wash dishes and sanitize kitchen surfaces
• assist classrooms with routines, transitions, and staff breaks
• maintain required training and comply with licensing regulations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

school bus driver & cook

west des moines ia

yellow brick road

full-time

monday–friday

no weekends

child transportation

meal preparation

classroom support

cpr/first aid

$17–$18/hr

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, employee childcare discount, employee assistance program, and professional development.

Why this role

The posting states a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends. Applicants must be at least 21, have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, and hold CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to complete it upon hire.

About the employer

Yellow Brick Road is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.