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First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Canton, MS · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers in Canton, MS As a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Canton, MS

$21 - $25/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers in Canton, MS As a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Canton, MS · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers in Canton, MS As a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will ...

First Student

School Bus Driver - Part-time

Jackson, MS · On-site

$25.50/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students' day with before-school ...

First Student

School Bus Driver - Part-time

Jackson, MS · On-site

$25.50/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students' day with before-school ...

First Student

School Bus Driver - Part-time

Jackson, MS · On-site

$25.50/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students' day with before-school ...

First Student

School Bus Monitor

Canton, MS · On-site

$15.85/hr

Communicate effectively with the driver, parents, and school staff * Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and support the driver when backing up * Help with emergency evacuations and basic bus ...

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How much do parttime school bus driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for parttime school bus driver in Jackson, MS is $18.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Parttime School Bus Driver vs Full-Time School Bus Driver?

AspectParttime School Bus DriverFull-Time School Bus Driver
Work HoursFewer hours, typically mornings and afternoonsFull daily schedule, often 8 hours or more
CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsementSame as part-time, may require additional certifications for full-time benefits
Work EnvironmentSchool zones, bus routes, student interactionSame as part-time, with additional responsibilities like maintenance or training
Employer UsageSchool districts hiring for part-time routesSchool districts or transportation companies employing full-time drivers

In summary, Parttime School Bus Drivers work fewer hours and typically handle specific routes, while Full-Time School Bus Drivers work longer hours with more responsibilities. Both roles require similar certifications and operate in the same environment, but differ mainly in schedule and employment status.

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School Bus Driver

First Student, Inc.

Canton, MS • On-site

$21 - $25/hr

Part-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 318 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 78 rated education support services

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers in Canton, MS
As a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students' day with before-school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.
No experience as a bus driver is required! We're proud to train you with our industry-leading technology to help you succeed.
Your day will include:
  • A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in between.
  • A guaranteed shift of 5 hours per school day, no working nights or weekends unless you want to.
  • Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available.

School Bus Driver benefits:
  • $21.00 - $25.00 per hour starting wage, based on school bus driver experience.
  • Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans
  • No experience necessary. We offer paid CDL training!
  • Child-Ride-Along Program - a perfect opportunity for working parents.

For our bus Driver roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:
  • Do not have a college degree or high school diploma.
  • Have military experience.
  • Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job.
  • Are retirees.
  • Are looking to jump start a new career.

You might be a good fit if you:
  • Are looking for a part-time schedule.
  • Enjoy working with students.
  • Are at least 21 years old.
  • Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
First for a reason:
At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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