First Student

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.

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers for Greater Chicago, IL School Districts

As a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students’ day with before-school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.

No experience as a bus driver is required! We’re proud to train you with our industry-leading technology to help you succeed.

Your day will include:

• A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in between
• A guaranteed shift of 4-6 hours per school day depending on location, no working nights or weekends unless you want to
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available

School Bus Driver benefits:

• $23 / hour- $30 / hour starting wage, based on school bus driver experience and location. Training rate at state minimum wage.
• $5,000 sign on bonus for fully licensed drivers if training is completed within 5 days*
• $3,000 sign on bonus for fully licensed drivers if training is completed in more than 5 days**
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)*
• Child-Ride-Along Program – a perfect opportunity for working parents*

Coming from another School Bus Transportation organization?

Apply by 9/30/25 and we will honor your current rate of pay based on experience. Union locations will base seniority on application submission date.

Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

• Valid CDL Class B (or higher) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements (or willingness to obtain)
• Clean driving record
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Teaching or customer service experience

School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
• People who enjoy working with children

You might be a good fit if you:

• Are looking for a part-time schedule
• Enjoy working with students
• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years

Locations include the following IL school districts:

Skokie, Northbrook, Wheeling, Prairie View, and Glenn Ellyn, Northbrook, Schaumburg- Elk Grove- South Holland- Glen Ellyn- Villa Park

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

• Conditions apply; see locations for details. Bonus offer expires 9/30/25. $5,000 bonus paid in 2 parts. $2,500 if paid training is completed after 5 consecutive working days and $2,500 after 30 working days of revenue service
• Must apply by 9/30/25 to be eligible for sign on bonus. $3,000 bonus paid in 2 parts if training is not completed within 5 consecutive working days. $1,500 paid after training is completed and $1,500 paid on 12/1/25

Driver is considered fully licensed if they have a valid CDL B with P, S, and SBP endorsements

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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.