Position Title: School Bus Driver
Site Location(s):
CICS Bucktown- 2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
CICS Irving Park- 3820 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Reports To: Transportation Coordinator
Salary:
- Part Time: $21 - $27/hr
Start Date: Fall 2025
About Us:
At Distinctive Schools, every team member plays a role in creating a welcoming, engaging, and supportive environment where students can thrive. Our schools are built on curiosity, achievement, and belonging, and reliable transportation is an essential part of that experience. We’re looking for dedicated drivers who want to do more than just get students from point A to point B—you’ll be part of a team that helps students start and end their day feeling safe, valued, and ready to learn.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Part-Time School Bus Driver who will play an important role in ensuring students arrive safely at school ready to learn and explore.
Key Responsibilities:
Safely pick up and drop off students along established routes.
Transport students and staff to special events, such as field trips or sporting events.
Provide route coverage and transportation support across schools when needed.
Must be reasonably expected to travel of up to 100 miles and remain seated in a behind-the-wheel position for extended periods of time.
Maintain flexibility to work a split shift, including morning and afternoon routes and occasional trips in between.
Assist School Principal with various tasks around the school if transportation is not scheduled
What We’re Looking For:
Certifications: CDL A or B required with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements, plus a School Bus Permit (SBP).
Strong driving skills, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass a physical and DOT drug screening.
A professional, reliable, and positive presence with students, families, and school staff.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Candidate must have HS Diploma or equivalent.
Must possess the physical ability to do all required work of the position.
Why Join Us?
More Than a Job: Be part of a team that helps create a safe, welcoming, and connected school experience for students.
Flexible Scheduling: Ideal for those seeking part-time work with a split-shift schedule.
Supportive Environment: Work in a positive, collaborative atmosphere where your contributions matter.
Work-Life Balance: We value your time and offer a schedule that respects your personal and professional needs
Description Disclaimer : Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.
EEO:
Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191
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