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Bus Driver Substitute

Fallon, NV

$17.31 - $23.80/hr

Participate in an annual review, including onboard observation of your road performance by a State Certified School Bus Instructor. * Attend a combination of annual classroom instruction and behind ...

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Bus Driver

Winnemucca, NV

$17.31 - $23.80/hr

Participate in an annual review, including onboard observation of your road performance by a State Certified School Bus Instructor. * Attend a combination of annual classroom instruction and behind ...

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Bus Driver

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

$17.31 - $23.80/hr

Participate in an annual review, including onboard observation of your road performance by a State Certified School Bus Instructor. * Attend a combination of annual classroom instruction and behind ...

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Bus Driver

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

$17.31 - $23.80/hr

Participate in an annual review, including onboard observation of your road performance by a State Certified School Bus Instructor. * Attend a combination of annual classroom instruction and behind ...

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Bus Driver Substitute

Billings, MT

$17.31 - $23.80/hr

Participate in an annual review, including onboard observation of your road performance by a State Certified School Bus Instructor. * Attend a combination of annual classroom instruction and behind ...

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Bus Driver Substitute

Yerington, NV

$17.31 - $23.80/hr

Participate in an annual review, including onboard observation of your road performance by a State Certified School Bus Instructor. * Attend a combination of annual classroom instruction and behind ...

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How much do school bus instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for school bus instructor in the United States is $20.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a school bus instructor?

School bus instructors are professionals responsible for training and certifying school bus drivers. They teach safety procedures, driving techniques, and ensure drivers understand state and federal regulations. Instructors often conduct classroom sessions, behind-the-wheel training, and evaluations to ensure drivers are prepared to transport students safely. Their role is crucial in maintaining high safety standards for student transportation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a school bus instructor?

To thrive as a School Bus Instructor, you need extensive knowledge of commercial driving regulations, safe bus operation, and typically hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements. Familiarity with training materials, vehicle inspection checklists, and tools like driving simulators or instructional aids is common, and completion of instructor certification programs is often required. Strong communication, patience, and leadership abilities help effectively teach and evaluate trainees of varying experience levels. These competencies ensure safe student transportation, regulatory compliance, and the development of skilled, responsible school bus drivers.

What are some common challenges faced by school bus instructors during training sessions?

School Bus Instructors often encounter challenges such as addressing varying skill levels among trainees, ensuring all safety protocols are thoroughly understood, and managing nervousness in new drivers. It's essential to tailor instruction to individual learning paces while maintaining a supportive environment. Instructors also need to stay current with changing regulations and communicate effectively with both trainees and school administration to ensure training objectives are met.

What is the difference between School Bus Instructor vs School Bus Driver?

AspectSchool Bus InstructorSchool Bus Driver
Required CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements, special training for student safetyCDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, driving record checks
Work EnvironmentClassroom or training settings, on-road supervision of students during tripsDriving students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular activities
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, transportation companies, training centersSchool districts, private schools, transportation services

School Bus Instructors focus on training and supervising students, ensuring safety protocols are followed, often working in training environments. School Bus Drivers primarily operate vehicles, transporting students safely. Both roles require CDL licenses and share safety responsibilities, but their daily tasks and work settings differ.

How to become a school bus instructor?

To become a school bus instructor, candidates typically need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements, along with a clean driving record. They often must complete a training program on safety procedures and student management, and pass a background check. Some regions require certification or additional training specific to school transportation.

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School Bus Driver Instructor FTE 1.0 at Transportation (PC #: 35565) #8442

North Highlands, CA • On-site

San Juan Unified School District
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$4.6K - $5.7K/mo

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday

San Juan Unified School District rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

79th of 645 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Transportation/SCHOOL BUS DRIVER INSTRUCTOR
Date Posted:
7/10/2026
Location:
TRANSPORTATION
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
06/30/2026 @ 4:00 PM
Location/Site: Transportation Department
Position Type: Permanent
Number of Openings: 1
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $26.65 - $33.36 per hour/ $4,620 -$5,782 per month
Transportation Salary Schedule
School Bus Driver Instructor Job Description
Length of Work Year: Calendar 1 (12 Months/Year 260 Days/Year, 5 Days/Week: July 1 - June 30)
Length of Work Day: 8 hours
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Posting Contact: Denine Arndt, Personnel Technician: denine.arndt@sanjaun.edu
MATERIALS REQUIRED/REQUIREMENTS:
Applications submitted without the required documentation attached will not be considered.
Minimum five years of experience driving a school bus and minimum five years of experience as a state certified School Bus Instructor.
MUST provide the following materials with application to demonstrate that the minimum requirements are met:
  • A valid California Class A or Class B Commercial driver's license with Passenger and School Bus endorsement and air-brake certification issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles within 30 days of hire or before driving equipment/vehicle requiring this license
  • Valid California School Bus Driver Special Certificate
  • Valid California School Bus Driver Instructor Certificate
  • Valid medical certificate approved by the California Department of Motor Vehicles
  • Valid First-Aid Certification as required by California Highway Patrol and California Department of Motor Vehicles
  • Possession of, or willingness and ability to obtain, Red Cross First-Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instruction Certification within 30 days of employment

COMMENTS & OTHER INFORMATION:
REMEMBER! Attachments are NOT automatically added to your applications. Make sure you scan and attach all required documents before the job posting deadline. The District is not responsible for district emails that may be delivered into an applicant's junk/spam mailbox.
The San Juan Unified School District Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics of race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation, including related medical conditions and recovery; parental, family, or marital status; reproductive health decision-making; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex (including sexual harassment); sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; veteran or military status; genetic information; affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America; a perception of one or more such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you have experienced unlawful discrimination, please contact: Equity Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Sterling Williams, 3738 Walnut Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 971-7110, LegalServices@sanjuan.edu; Section 504 Coordinator, Dominic Covello, 3700 Garfield Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 971-7220, dcovello@sanjuan.edu; ADA/Title II Coordinator, Michelle Fischer, 3738 Walnut Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 971-7036, michelle.fischer@sanjuan.edu.

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