School Bus Driver

Memphis-Shelby County Schools | Memphis, TN (Appling City Cove)

Earn $24/Hour + a guarantee of 30 hrs pr wk +

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced CDL Drivers

Already have your CDL? We want to talk to you!

Drivers who hold a Class A or Class B CDL with Air Brake, Passenger, and School Bus Endorsements are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus* and may qualify for experience-based pay progression after one year of service.

No CDL? No problem. First Student provides paid training and support to help you obtain your CLP and CDL and launch a rewarding career transporting students safely.

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available.

School Bus Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
  
• Hourly Rate : $24/per hour.
  
• Training Hourly Rate: $15/per hour.
  
• $1,000 sign on bonus for experienced School Bus Drivers*
  
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: 6 hrs per day
  
• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
  
• Paid Weekly; we now offer Chime MyPay
  
• Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.
  
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options.
  
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
  
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
  
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
  
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
  

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
  
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
  
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
  
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
  
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
  
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
  
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
  
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.
  

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 as a School Bus Driver if you:

• Are at least 25 years old.
  
  
• Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.
  
  
• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off.
  
  
• Enjoy working with students.
  
  

Note: 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.


Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

• Valid Class B License.
  
  
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services.
  
  
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.
  

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

*Sign-on bonus terms and conditions apply. Experienced drivers must hold a valid Class A or B license with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements and be fully licensed to operate a school bus in the state of Tennessee. Please contact the location for additional details. Bonus offer is valid from July 22, 2026, through August 31, 2026.

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