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City of Johnson City

School Bus Driver

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$21.05/hr

Enjoy a daily school bus route while having many hours of the day free. Bus route is a morning shift and an afternoon shift. Employees are under direct supervision of a trainer and/or transit ...

City of Johnson City

School Bus Driver

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$21.05/hr

Enjoy a daily school bus route while having many hours of the day free. Bus route is a morning shift and an afternoon shift. Employees are under direct supervision of a trainer and/or transit ...

National Trails Bus

School Bus Dispatcher

Livonia, MI · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

* Schedule and coordinate daily bus routes, field trips, and special transportation requests. * Dispatch school buses and drivers efficiently, ensuring timely service. * Monitor radio communications ...

Logan LLC

School Bus Driver

Middletown, DE · On-site

$25.50/hr

Drives any type and size of school bus that may be operated for the Safe transport of students to and from school and school related functions on regularly scheduled routes. STARTING DATE: Mutually ...

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How much do school bus routing coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for school bus routing coordinator in the United States is $24.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between School Bus Routing Coordinator vs School Bus Driver?

AspectSchool Bus Routing CoordinatorSchool Bus Driver
Required CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL), routing experienceCDL, passenger endorsement, safety training
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, planning routes, coordinating schedulesOn the road, driving students to and from school
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, transportation departmentsSchool districts, private transportation companies
Common Search & Comparison IntentRoute planning, scheduling, coordinationDriving, safety, student management

The School Bus Routing Coordinator focuses on planning and coordinating bus routes, ensuring efficient transportation schedules. In contrast, the School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students along established routes. Both roles require a CDL and are integral to school transportation operations, but they differ in daily responsibilities and work environment.

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Infographic showing various School Bus Routing Coordinator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,774 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

School Bus Driver

Swansea, SC • On-site

Lexington School District 4
201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Lexington School District 4external

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff
Date Posted:
9/1/2026
Location:
Transportation
Date Available:
Upon Hire
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Job Title: School Bus Driver
Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
Certification/License:
  • Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License.
  • Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement.

Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Bilingual, both oral and written, ability (English/Spanish) is preferred.

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

Job Goal: Ensure the safe transportation of students, staff, and others to and from school, residential neighborhoods, and field trips
Reports To: Transportation Coordinator
Performance Responsibilities:
  • 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
  • Travels to and from school district buildings, to vehicle service stations, field trip locations and other destinations as required
  • Inspects assigned bus pre and post trip prior to transporting of passengers to ensure that bus is in good, clean and safe working order
  • Cleans bus as needed
  • Ensures that communication devices and video devices are in proper working order before each trip
  • Reports all mechanical deficiencies, traffic violations, or accidents, promptly
  • 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 to supervisor or parents
  • 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 a supervisor
  • 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.
  • Follows all district, state and federal guidelines for licensure, saftey, and operation of a school bus
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned
  • Uses standard automotive and bus equipment, and telephone.

Equipment:
  • Uses standard automotive and bus equipment, and communications devices (Cell phones may not be used at any time except in an emergency. Bus must be pulled over to a safe location and secured according to procedures)

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, center and classrooms.
  • 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. Requires work that involves walking, standing, stooping, crouching, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis, or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in use of fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks involving various tolerances or limits of accuracy. Must also meet State Department physical requirements for all bus drivers.

Terms of Employment: 183 days based on Lexington Four 2026-2027 Bus Driver Salary Schedule
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy

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