Bus Driver
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Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver
Date Posted:
7/16/2026
Location:
LSC Transportation Center
LAFAYETTE SCHOOL CORPORATION
Bus Driver
POSITION TITLE: Bus Driver
STARTING WAGE: $26.00+ per hour
SIGN-ON BONUS: $1,500 for candidates who already possess all required school bus driving certifications.
BENEFITS: Full-time positions are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and paid time off.
Drive Your Career Forward with Lafayette School Corporation
Looking for a rewarding career with excellent pay, a family-friendly schedule, and opportunities to earn even more? Join the Lafayette School Corporation Transportation Team!
Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time employment, we offer flexible opportunities that fit your lifestyle. Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule, no mandatory evenings or weekends, and summers off while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students every day.
Want to increase your earnings? Drivers have the opportunity to earn additional income by volunteering for athletic trips, field trips, and other extracurricular transportation throughout the school year.
No CDL? No problem. Qualified applicants can receive paid training to obtain all required licenses and certifications.
REPORTS TO
Director of Transportation
POSITION SUMMARY
The Bus Driver safely transports students to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other school-sponsored events while providing outstanding customer service to students, families, and staff. Bus Drivers are responsible for maintaining a safe, positive, and professional environment while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and district transportation regulations.
SCHEDULE
Preferred
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Applicants must:
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should complete an application through the Employment section of the Lafayette School Corporation website.
Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Director of Transportation, Ms. Jennifer Wright at [email protected]
Transportation/Bus Driver
Date Posted:
7/16/2026
Location:
LSC Transportation Center
LAFAYETTE SCHOOL CORPORATION
Bus Driver
POSITION TITLE: Bus Driver
STARTING WAGE: $26.00+ per hour
SIGN-ON BONUS: $1,500 for candidates who already possess all required school bus driving certifications.
BENEFITS: Full-time positions are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and paid time off.
Drive Your Career Forward with Lafayette School Corporation
Looking for a rewarding career with excellent pay, a family-friendly schedule, and opportunities to earn even more? Join the Lafayette School Corporation Transportation Team!
Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time employment, we offer flexible opportunities that fit your lifestyle. Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule, no mandatory evenings or weekends, and summers off while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students every day.
Want to increase your earnings? Drivers have the opportunity to earn additional income by volunteering for athletic trips, field trips, and other extracurricular transportation throughout the school year.
No CDL? No problem. Qualified applicants can receive paid training to obtain all required licenses and certifications.
REPORTS TO
Director of Transportation
POSITION SUMMARY
The Bus Driver safely transports students to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other school-sponsored events while providing outstanding customer service to students, families, and staff. Bus Drivers are responsible for maintaining a safe, positive, and professional environment while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and district transportation regulations.
SCHEDULE
- Monday through Friday while school is in session
- Full-time and part-time positions available
- Optional opportunities for evening and weekend athletic and field trips
- Summers, school holidays, and most school breaks off
Preferred
- One year of commercial driving experience
- Valid Indiana Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements
- Current Indiana School Bus Driver Certification
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Safely operate a school bus in accordance with all federal, state, and district regulations.
- Transport students safely and efficiently to and from school and school-sponsored activities.
- Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns.
- Ensure the safe loading, unloading, and supervision of students at designated stops.
- Maintain appropriate student behavior while on the bus and communicate concerns to school administrators when necessary.
- Complete all required transportation reports, inspection forms, and documentation accurately and on time.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with students, families, school personnel, and the community.
- Operate two-way radio and other communication equipment effectively.
- Represent the Lafayette School Corporation with professionalism, courtesy, and exceptional customer service.
- Participate in required professional development, safety meetings, and annual certification requirements.
- Accept optional field trip and athletic assignments when available and desired.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation.
Applicants must:
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Possess or obtain a valid Indiana Class B Commercial Driver's License with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements.
- Possess or obtain a current Indiana School Bus Driver Certification.
- Meet all medical requirements established by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the State of Indiana.
- Successfully pass all required drug and alcohol testing.
- Maintain an acceptable driving record, including:
- No more than one moving violation during the previous 12 months.
- No more than two moving violations during the previous 36 months.
- No conviction for operating a passenger vehicle while intoxicated (OWI/DUI) within the previous ten years.
- No history of operating a commercial vehicle while intoxicated.
- Demonstrate knowledge of applicable federal and state transportation regulations or the ability to learn them through district training.
- Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be able to read, write, complete required documentation, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification (or obtain certification through district training, if required).
- Starting pay of $26.00+ per hour
- $1,500 sign-on bonus for fully licensed drivers
- Paid CDL and certification training for qualified applicants
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- Monday through Friday schedule
- No mandatory nights or weekends
- Summers, school breaks, and holidays off
- Opportunities to earn additional income through athletic trips, field trips, and special events
- Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees
- Supportive team environment with modern equipment and ongoing professional development
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should complete an application through the Employment section of the Lafayette School Corporation website.
Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Director of Transportation, Ms. Jennifer Wright at [email protected]