Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$65K - $70K/yr
Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate. * License or ...
Manager, Maintenance Instruction - Bus
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K/yr
... Instructor preferred. • Must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's License. • Must obtain and maintain an "A" Operators License to conduct Underground Storage Tank training to management ...
Manager, Maintenance Instruction - Bus
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K/yr
... Instructor preferred. • Must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's License. • Must obtain and maintain an "A" Operators License to conduct Underground Storage Tank training to management ...
Manager, Maintenance Instruction - Bus
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K/yr
... Instructor preferred. Must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's License. Must obtain and ... at bus garage locations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS When in the office environment - requires sitting ...
Manager, Maintenance Instruction - Bus
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K/yr
... Instructor preferred. Must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's License. Must obtain and ... at bus garage locations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS When in the office environment - requires sitting ...
Manager, Maintenance Instruction - Bus
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K/yr
... Instructor preferred. Must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's License. Must obtain and ... at bus garage locations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS When in the office environment - requires sitting ...
Manager, Maintenance Instruction - Bus
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K/yr
... Instructor preferred. Must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's License. Must obtain and ... at bus garage locations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS When in the office environment - requires sitting ...
... Bus Driver, Taxi Driver, Ride Share Driver, Courier Driver, Driving Instructor , Route Driver, Dump Truck Driver, Parts Delivery Driver, Chauffeur, Roll Off Driver, Delivery Driver Non CDL, Box Truck ...
... Bus Driver, Taxi Driver, Ride Share Driver, Courier Driver, Driving Instructor , Route Driver, Dump Truck Driver, Parts Delivery Driver, Chauffeur, Roll Off Driver, Delivery Driver Non CDL, Box Truck ...
Safety & Training Administrator
Arlington Heights, IL · On-site
$56K - $123K/yr
Assists in bus movements, CNG training, and SWAT team exercises. * Performs other duties as ... Driver's license. Must possess and maintain a DOT medical examiner's certificate. Instructor ...
Safety & Training Administrator
Arlington Heights, IL · On-site
$56K - $123K/yr
Assists in bus movements, CNG training, and SWAT team exercises. * Performs other duties as ... Driver's license. Must possess and maintain a DOT medical examiner's certificate. Instructor ...
Safety & Training Administrator
Markham, IL · On-site
$56K - $123K/yr
Assists in bus movements, CNG training, and SWAT team exercises. * Performs other duties as ... Driver's license. Must possess and maintain a DOT medical examiner's certificate. Instructor ...
Safety & Training Administrator
Markham, IL · On-site
$56K - $123K/yr
Assists in bus movements, CNG training, and SWAT team exercises. * Performs other duties as ... Driver's license. Must possess and maintain a DOT medical examiner's certificate. Instructor ...
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
Safety Trainer
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Appropriate vehicle class license, current medical and school bus driver's certificate. * Ability to interface and communicate with all types of individuals.. * Must be knowledgeable of adult ...
ActivKids: Before and After School Lead
Carol Stream, IL · On-site
$16 - $17/hr
Before and After School Care/Before and After Care Instructor Date Posted: 8/1/2026 Location ... must complete driver's abstract and train to drive park district vans/small bus. - Must ...
ActivKids: Before and After School Lead
Carol Stream, IL · On-site
$16 - $17/hr
Before and After School Care/Before and After Care Instructor Date Posted: 8/1/2026 Location ... must complete driver's abstract and train to drive park district vans/small bus. - Must ...
ActivKids: Before and After School Assistant
Carol Stream, IL · On-site
$16 - $17/hr
Before and After School Care/Before and After Care Instructor Date Posted: 8/1/2026 Location ... must complete driver's abstract and train to drive park district vans/small bus. - Must ...
ActivKids: Before and After School Assistant
Carol Stream, IL · On-site
$16 - $17/hr
Before and After School Care/Before and After Care Instructor Date Posted: 8/1/2026 Location ... must complete driver's abstract and train to drive park district vans/small bus. - Must ...
Safety Trainer
$50K - $60K/yr
... bus operation. S/he will be responsible for the recordkeeping and maintaining required files for each driver and vehicle. The safety trainer will provide training, instruction and guidance in areas ...
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Safety Trainer
$50K - $60K/yr
... bus operation. S/he will be responsible for the recordkeeping and maintaining required files for each driver and vehicle. The safety trainer will provide training, instruction and guidance in areas ...
Paraprofessional with Student Transportation
$17.97 - $27.06/hr
You will also provide student transportation to and from school, using school equipment (van or bus ... Valid Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement or ability to obtain a Passenger Endorsement
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Paraprofessional with Student Transportation
$17.97 - $27.06/hr
You will also provide student transportation to and from school, using school equipment (van or bus ... Valid Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement or ability to obtain a Passenger Endorsement
Bus Driver Instructor information
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| Aspect | Bus Driver Instructor | Bus Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Required Certifications | Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Instructor Certification | Commercial Driver's License (CDL) |
| Work Environment | Training facilities, classrooms, on-road instruction | On the road, transporting passengers |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Training schools, transit agencies, private companies | Public transit agencies, school districts, private transport |
| Common Search & Comparison | Often compared for training roles, certification requirements | Focuses on driving, passenger safety, route management |
The main difference is that a Bus Driver Instructor trains and certifies new bus drivers, requiring additional instructor certifications, while a Bus Driver primarily operates the vehicle and transports passengers. The instructor role emphasizes training, safety education, and certification, whereas the bus driver role focuses on driving skills and passenger service.
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Safety & Training Supervisor
Des Plaines, IL
6.9
Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
69th of 99 rated public transport
People enjoy working here
Recommended by parents
Respectful managers
Good training
Uninterrupted breaks
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 27 days ago
Job description
Summit School Services companies share a strong commitment to provide the highest level of transportation safety, quality transportation, outstanding customer service and positive employee relations. Our corporate headquarters, located in Warrenville, Illinois, houses the administrative and corporate support functions for the organization. Our 250 local customer service centers (CSCs) are supported by regional operations teams located throughout North America.
- Lead, design, develop and implement initial and recurrent training programs for transportation personnel.
- Supervise driver trainers, by establishing objectives, standards, work schedules and accountability for job performance.
- Proactively recruit individuals to apply and train them to become School Bus Drivers
- Provide classroom instruction and behind the wheel training of applicants and bus drivers to ensure successful completion of training and testing; recommend upgrades as necessary
- Provide on-going training and performance evaluations for all Driver employees
- Administer and maintain Company random drug/alcohol testing and pre-employment drug/alcohol testing program in conjunction with corporate office.
- Develop and conduct regularly scheduled Driver Safety Meetings.
- Assume primary responsibility in responding to personal injury and vehicle accidents by on-scene investigation and preparing and submitting reports to the corporate office in accordance with Company policy.
- Investigate customer service complaints relative to safety issues and take appropriate corrective action.
- Administer and maintain Company Safe Driver Award Program.
- Exhibits the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; Shares concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with their supervisor or manager.
- Other duties as assigned
Company name is: Durham School Services
- High School diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.
- 3 years as a Trainer in school bus transportation industry desired
- Supervisory experience preferred; specifically experience supervising/training a driver workforce
- Must complete state certification program or Durham's Training Academy for school bus driver instructor. Equivalent work experience as a Trainer can be substituted as appropriate.
- License or Certification: SBDI certification required; Commercial Driver's License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements required;
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and transportation related software
- Strong leadership skills and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and group presentation skills
- Well-developed multi-tasking and time management skills
- Ability to provide direction, coaching and mentoring to employees while creating an environment that encourages and values input and feedback
- Ability to respond to unanticipated events to ensure excellence in customer service.
- Ability to Investigate claims and incidents of questionable conduct, accidents etc.
- Computer literacy skills in word processing and spreadsheets
Summit School Services has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.
We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan.
At Summit School Services our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Summit School Services LLC's independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer
The pay rate range, along with most all of the other terms and conditions of employment, vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/ contractual terms and positions.
Company name is: Durham School Services
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