School Bus Driver - CDL Required
Maureen Joy Charter School
Apply to this job Durham, NC on site Until 10/7/2026 First posted September 1, 2025 Last posted August 8, 2026
Job description
Thank you for your interest in joining our Maureen Joy Charter School family!
We look forward to receiving your application!
Maureen Joy Charter School is seeking a School Bus Driver for the 2026-27 school year.
This position is part time with the option of full time available.
Work Hours: Monday – Friday split shift, Approximate work hours are 6:30am - 8:30 am and 3:00 pm - 5:30pm.
Rate of Pay: beginning salary at $21.37/hour (based on experience)
Commercial Driver License (CDL):
A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is required to operate a school bus.
Job Responsibilities:
School bus drivers pick-up and drop-off students via established routes to and from school. They may also transport students and faculty for field trips, sporting events, summer camps, and other school-related activities. School bus drivers must be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers. They must verify that their vehicles are operating properly each day by testing brakes, tires and other components by submitting a daily vehicle maintenance report. Drivers are also responsible for maintaining a safe environment within the bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies.
Qualifications
REQUIRED: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements
Excellent customer service skills
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
Spanish speakers and prior experience in a school system is a plus
Maureen Joy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply.
Compensation (from employer):
21.37–30.95 USD per-hour-wage
About this role
Summary
Operate school bus, transport students, ensure safety, perform vehicle checks, enforce rules
Job title
School Bus Driver - CDL Required
Experience level
null
Industry
education
Location requirements
Durham, NC, on-site work, part-time/full-time options
Salary
$0k–$0k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
CDL with passenger and school bus endorsementscustomer servicebackground checkdrug screening
Preferred skills
Spanish speakersschool system experience
Specializations
bus drivingsafetyvehicle maintenancepassenger transportstudent transport
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Durham, NC, USA
On-site City