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... a valid drivers license (required) - Comfortable traveling up to 2 hours for appointments on a ... Evening shift * Monday to Saturday as needed

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for evening driver in Delaware is $21.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Evening Driver is responsible for transporting passengers, goods, or deliveries during evening hours. Duties may include picking up and dropping off clients, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. This role often requires a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and knowledge of local routes. Evening Drivers may work for transportation services, courier companies, or private clients.

What does a typical shift look like for an evening driver?

A typical shift for an Evening Driver usually begins in the late afternoon or early evening and may extend into the night, depending on the employer's needs. Drivers are responsible for completing scheduled pickups and drop-offs, deliveries, or service routes with accuracy and timeliness, utilizing navigation tools to optimize their routes. Work environments vary from rideshare and courier services to company fleets or transportation for healthcare facilities. While much of the work is independent, there may be regular check-ins with dispatchers or support teams, and the ability to handle varying traffic and weather conditions is key. Evening shifts can entail a unique set of challenges, such as lower visibility and higher demand at certain hours, making adaptability and a focus on safety crucial.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the evening driver position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Evening Driver, you need a valid driver's license, a safe driving record, strong navigation skills, and reliability. Experience with GPS devices, routing apps, and sometimes commercial driving certifications (such as a CDL for larger vehicles) may be required. Excellent customer service, time management, and communication skills help drivers excel, especially when working independently or directly with clients. These skills ensure punctual, safe, and satisfying transportation or delivery services during evening hours, often when demand is high and safety is paramount.

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Infographic showing various Evening Driver job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,674 per year, or $21 per hour.

Bus Driver (District)

Seaford School District

Seaford, DE • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Transportation - Support Staff
Date Posted:
9/22/2025
Location:
Transportation
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
As Soon As Possible
Closing Date:
Until Filled
School Bus Driver (District)
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Transportation Specialist, to ensure the safe transportation of students, staff, and others to and from school, residential neighborhoods, and field trips.
JOB GOAL: To provide services to students and educational professionals in the educational process as bus driver for district transportation of special needs students.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must possess proficient reading skills
  • Must be willing to adapt to changing responsibilities & hours
  • Must hold a valid school bus endorsed CDL
  • Ability to relate to students, parents, and staff members on a daily basis and in a pleasant and effective manner
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff members
  • Ability to drive a bus in a manner assuring a safe and comfortable environment before and during travel
  • Ability to work flexible hours within the time-frame of the school day in addition to the times spent in transit to or from school
  • Ability to manipulate and secure students in seating devices and provide general assistance to bus students
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds and team lift 80 pounds
  • Transport children with special needs to and from their schools or school related programs/services
  • Monitor/supervise and communicate with bus students
  • Work cooperatively with bus paraprofessional. Driver is generally designated as team leader on the bus
  • Assist with maintenance of information relating to bus students, while maintaining confidentiality
  • Attend in-service activities and meetings as assigned
  • Serve as back up driver on other buses, as needed and assigned
  • Other duties related to transportation as assigned
  • Safely drives a school bus on days when school is in session over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading students at designated locations.
  • Transports students, teachers and others on school field or activity trips.
  • Inspects assigned bus on a daily basis prior to transporting of passengers to ensure that bus is in good, clean and safe working order.
  • Cleans and refuels bus as needed.
  • Ensures that a communication device is in proper working order before each trip.
  • Reports all mechanical deficiencies, traffic violations, or accidents, promptly.
  • Arranges for and ensures completion of routine maintenance of bus (e.g., oil change); transporting the bus to and from maintenance and/or repair facilities.
  • Maintains order and discipline in an effective and courteous manner among students being transported in accordance with district policies and procedures; reports any incidents involving student discipline.
  • Observes and tracks route timing, such as total time en-route, time between stops, loading and unloading times or any other requested information for the purpose of establishing route efficiency, as requested.
  • Maintains and submits records and reports as required.
  • Follows procedures to ensure that no child is left alone on bus without adult supervision at any time, and that all children have departed bus at the end of all bus routes (morning, evening and during field trips or other special trips).
  • Inventories bus emergency and first aid supplies and equipment; reports needs to the Transportation Specialist.
  • Prepares aides and children for bus drills and ensures bus evacuation drills are held as required.
  • In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates children according to written and practiced procedures, ensures that medical emergency procedures are followed; completes a written report as required.
  • Attends and participates in trainings, and other continuing education, career and professional development opportunities.

Additional Duties
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
  • Uses standard automotive and bus equipment, and telephone.
  • Use of medical devices/equipment needed to transport special needs students.

Travel Requirements
  • Travels to and from school district buildings, to vehicle service stations, field trip locations and other destinations are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of all traffic laws, regulations, road signs and related information.
  • Manual dexterity sufficient to operate the bus, conduct pre-trip inspections, and clean the bus.
  • Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if needed.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.
  • Ability to learn and comprehend information from procedures manuals and other materials. Ability to comprehend and follow traffic signs required.
  • Ability to physically move through the bus.
  • Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure and in cases of accidents or other emergencies.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
  • Works in standard school bus environment.

Certification/License:
  • Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License.
  • Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), School Bus endorsement.

Experience:
  • Successful prior experience working as a bus driver, preferably in a school district or transporting children.

TEMPORARY POSITION: No
Note: All temporary positions will end on June 30th.
NUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 10 Month - Approximately 177 days
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: # of hours per day
Note: Months/days will be pro-rated to start date.
FULL TIME OR PART TIME: Full Time
ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS: Yes
PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION: Yes
NOTE: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School District.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system. With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer.
All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract/payroll as per State of Delaware regulations. Candidates must call the Delaware State Police at (800) 464-4357 to make an appointment. The cost of the criminal background check is $65 (expense borne by the prospective employee). Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check.
Final candidates must also produce documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system.
The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work.
The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to fill or not fill a position, to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause.
The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.
The Seaford School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, marital or handicapped status in accordance with state and federal laws. This policy shall apply to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, tenure and probation, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the district has jurisdiction. Inquiries should be directed to: Director of Personnel, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973. Phone: (302) 629-4587.
DISCLAIMER: If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.
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Grade Configurations:
West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5
Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5
Seaford Middle School - Grade 6 through Grade 8
Seaford High School - Grade 9 through Grade 12
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY
EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICAITON
Support - Bus Driver
POSITION TITLE
Bus Driver
MANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y/N)
N
CONTRACTUAL? Y/N
N
PAY SCALE
FLSA STATUS (Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
MONTHS EMPLOYED
10
DAYS EMPLOYED
177 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day)
JOB CODE
P73782
DEPARTMENT
952300700
REVISED
9/2017
Attachment(s):
  • 2025-2026 Bus Driver

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