Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers

Skaneateles Central School District – Skaneateles, NY

Earn $26.00–$29.00 per Hour + Receive a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

No CDL? No Problem! Paid Training Provided.

Looking for meaningful part-time work with a schedule that fits your life?

First Student is seeking dependable, safety-minded individuals to join our team serving the Skaneateles Central School District. Whether you're a retiree looking to stay active, a parent with school-aged children, someone seeking a second career, or simply looking for rewarding weekday work, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in your own community.

As a School Bus Driver, you'll become a familiar and trusted face for local students and families—helping ensure every child arrives safely to school and back home each day. Every route you drive makes a difference.

Why Join First Student?

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Earn $26.00–$29.00 per hour** (based on experience and qualifications)
• Paid CDL Training – We'll help you earn your Commercial Driver's License
• Guaranteed minimum of 5 paid hours per school day
• Additional earning opportunities through field trips, athletic events, and charter work
• Weekday schedule with no nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Summers off while maintaining a flexible part-time career
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program

Career advancement opportunities at more than 540 First Student locations across the U.S. and Canada!

What You'll Do

As a School Bus Driver, you'll safely transport students while creating a positive experience for families and the community.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely transport students to and from school and school-sponsored activities
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment on the bus
• Assist students during boarding and exiting, including those requiring additional support
• Follow all traffic laws and company safety standards
• Communicate professionally with parents, school staff, and dispatch
• Report maintenance concerns promptly and maintain vehicle cleanliness

This Position Is Perfect For

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents returning to the workforce
• Empty nesters seeking meaningful part-time work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian careers
• Teachers, teaching assistants, coaches, and school support staff
• Customer service, hospitality, healthcare, and retail professionals
• Anyone looking for a rewarding second career with flexible weekday hours

What We're Looking For

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license held for **at least three years**
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service
• Enjoy working with children and being part of the community
• No previous CDL or bus driving experience required—we provide all necessary training

Why You'll Love Working Here

Driving a school bus is more than transportation—it's about building relationships, creating positive daily experiences for students, and making a meaningful contribution to your community. You'll enjoy a predictable schedule, competitive pay, paid training, and the satisfaction of knowing your work matters every single day.

Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and service while helping support one of Central New York's most respected school districts.

Apply today and start a rewarding career with First Student!

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive position. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not permit the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for complete details. Offer expires September 30, 2026.
 

Language Requirement
This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.