School Bus Driver

2025/2026 School Year Posting Date: August 4, 2025 Closing Date: Until filled Transportation - Bus Drivers Description: Taking applicants for School Bus Drivers - Full time, Part time and/or Substitute positions available. Good driving records a must! Fully paid training including specialized courses required for commercial driver's license (CDL) class B-PS. Flexible training schedules. Experienced drivers welcome, but not required. Job Summary: Assures the safety of students and passengers of the district while transporting to and from established destinations. Rate of Pay: $23.70/hour Hours: 6:15 am - 9:15 am and 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Benefits: Flexible option for someone seeking part-time work and additional income Pension/Retirement through Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System 403b and 457 Retirement Savings Plans Medical Benefits available Paid time off, holiday pay and longevity pay Qualifications: Must be able to pass specified physical exam annually, be able to obtain and retain a Commercial Driver's License, class B-PS with no air brake restrictions. Must be capable of operating all fleet vehicles used for transporting the students of Dexter Community Schools. Must be capable of backing and turning around vehicles that are 35 feet or longer. Must be able to understand mechanical functions, and report vehicle defects. Must be able to deal effectively with children and parents. Must be able to control bus and students at the same time. Must learn and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid. Must be willing to learn and perform new skills. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assures the safety of passengers at all times. Attendance and punctuality to assignments required. Ability to bend, lift and perform overhead work. Maintains discipline on the school bus as according to policy and offers due process to all students and follows through with appropriate documentation when needed. Perform daily inspections, fuel and maintain all fluid levels at appropriate levels and report defects immediately on the appropriate form. Comply with pick-up and drop-off locations and times. Continually update your route description and indicate by initialing weekly. Report all accidents immediately. Demonstrate working knowledge of Michigan Vehicle Code, Pa187. Comply with the district policies, procedures, transportation handbook and the beginning school bus driver manual. Comply with all directives from supervisors whether written or verbal. Ensure mirror system alignment. Attend training and meetings as required. Uses common sense and good judgment when making decisions out of the normal routine. Conduct emergency evacuation drills. All other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Drivers expected to safely accomplish duties in all varying weather and road conditions. Application Procedure: Please email Deneen Smith at or Apply online at dexterschools.org. The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Created: 2026-03-04