Full-Time Head Start Bus Driver

Job Duties

Full-Time. 30-39 hours. Start Date: August 2, 2026.

To carry out the responsibilities, bus drivers will have the skills or training in these areas: Traffic and safety laws, First Aid and CPR, daily maintenance checks, record-keeping, understanding child behavior, constructive discipline and defensive driving skills. Ability to submit accurate and timely data. Flexibility. Good oral communication skills, often working with distractions. Medium work, lifting 40-60 pounds, with frequent lifting/carrying up to 40-60 pounds. Mobility in and out of bus. Able to sit to drive the duration of all scheduled bus routes. Able to perform maintenance checks to buses.

Minimum Education Required

-High School Diploma or equivalent required.

-Must possess a Class C driver's license with passenger endorsement (CDL/P) and car insurance.

-CPR / First Aid certified or willingness to obtain.

Minimum Experience Required

Prior experience transporting children in a similar setting preferred.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$16.56 - $19.17 / Hourly

Postal Code

56187

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

283

Job Benefits

Benefit package includes PTO, paid holidays, and available health, life, dental and vision insurance. Simple IRA/Roth company match.

Application Instructions

Application forms are available at SMOC, 1106 3rd Avenue, Worthington, on our website at or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applications are accepted via email to View email address on click.appcast.io, fax View phone number on click.appcast.io, or can be dropped off at the SMOC Worthington office.